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James M. Walmsley (1794–1871), as a Boy, by William Daniels, oil, 1856

James M. Walmsley (1794–1871), as a Boy

William Daniels

1856

oil

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

James M. Walmsley (1794–1871), as a Boy is a 1856 oil by William Daniels, a American Folk Art work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
William Daniels
When & what style?
1856 · American Folk Art
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a young boy in a dark jacket and vest, with a white shirt and blue tie. He's holding a hat in one hand and a stick in the other. A dog is sitting next to him, looking up. The boy is standing in front of a dark background, with a wooden box behind him. The overall mood of the painting is serious and formal. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up William Daniels.

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