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A Woman outside a Cottage, by William Howis junior, unspecified, 1852

A Woman outside a Cottage

William Howis junior

1852

unspecified

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

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Overview

A Woman outside a Cottage is a 1852 unspecified by William Howis junior, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
William Howis junior
When & what style?
1852
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting shows a woman standing outside a cottage, looking out at a landscape. The woman is wearing a blue dress and a white hat. She is standing on a dirt path, with a field of green grass in front of her. In the background, there are hills and trees. The painting is done in muted colors, with shades of brown and green dominating the palette. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The painting is held at the National Gallery of Ireland. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you could look up more information on the technique.

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