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Table Bay, by Thomas William Bowler, oil, 1900

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Overview

Table Bay is a 1900 oil by Thomas William Bowler, a Impressionism work, held at South African National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Thomas William Bowler
When & what style?
1900 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
South African National Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a serene beach scene with a few figures scattered along the shoreline. In the foreground, a group of people are gathered near the water's edge, while others are seen walking along the beach or standing on the rocks. The background features a calm sea with a few boats sailing in the distance, set against a backdrop of hills and mountains. The artist has used a range of colors to capture the natural beauty of the scene, from the soft blues and greens of the sea and sky to the warm browns and tans of the sand and rocks. The overall effect is one of tranquility and peacefulness, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful painting, you might want to explore the work of Thomas William Bowler.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas William Bowler
Artist

Thomas William Bowler

Thomas William Bowler (9 December 1812 – 24 October 1869), was a self-taught British landscape painter who lived for some years at the Cape of Good Hope, and published a series of views of Cape Town and its neighbourhood.

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