1826
oil
panel
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
[Compositional Sketch for] The Death of the Regent Moray is a 1826 oil by William Allan, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting depicts a chaotic scene with a large group of people gathered around a central figure lying on the ground. The crowd is dressed in various attire, with some wearing armor and others in more casual clothing. In the background, there are buildings and a cloudy sky. The scene appears to be a dramatic moment, possibly a historical event or a depiction of a famous story. The artist has used oil paint to create a detailed and expressive image. To learn more about the artist's technique and style, you might want to look up the Scottish National Gallery, which holds this painting in its collection.
Sir William Allan (1782 – 23 February 1850) was a Scottish historical painter known for his scenes of Russian life. He became president of the Royal Scottish Academy and was made a Royal Academician.
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