1804
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Scene from William Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' (Act II, Scene 3) is a 1804 oil by Thomas Stothard, depicting Drinking, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a lively scene of people gathered around a man holding a jug. He's wearing a black outfit with a white ruffled collar and a feathered hat. The people around him are dressed in various colors, with one man sitting on a chair and another standing behind him. In the background, there's a wall with a darker area on the left side. The scene appears to be set in a room with a warm atmosphere, with the people engaged in some kind of celebration or gathering. The use of warm colors and the lively poses of the figures create a sense of energy and joy. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the work of artist Thomas Stothard.
Thomas Stothard (17 August 1755 – 27 April 1834) was a British painter, illustrator and engraver.
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