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Scene from Cervantes' 'Don Quixote' (Part II, Chapter 31), by Thomas Stothard, oil, 1804

Scene from Cervantes' 'Don Quixote' (Part II, Chapter 31)

Thomas Stothard

1804

oil

panel

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Scene from Cervantes' 'Don Quixote' (Part II, Chapter 31) is a 1804 oil by Thomas Stothard, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Thomas Stothard
When & what style?
1804
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a lively scene with people gathered in a room, possibly a ballroom. The room is dimly lit, with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, casting a warm glow. In the center, a man in a yellow jacket and blue pants appears to be dancing with a woman in a white dress. To the left, another couple is dancing, while a man in a red jacket and blue pants stands behind them. In the background, more people are visible, some of whom seem to be watching the dancers. The atmosphere is one of joy and celebration. Look up the artist Thomas Stothard next.

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Artist

Thomas Stothard

Thomas Stothard (17 August 1755 – 27 April 1834) was a British painter, illustrator and engraver.

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