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River Falls with Distant Ruin, by William Howis junior, unspecified, 1852

River Falls with Distant Ruin

William Howis junior

1852

unspecified

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

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Overview

River Falls with Distant Ruin 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 landscape with a river and a waterfall in the foreground. The water flows from the left side of the image, creating a misty effect as it falls over rocks. In the background, there's a distant ruin, possibly a castle or a church, surrounded by trees and hills. The sky above is cloudy, with the sun shining through the clouds. The painting's colors are muted, with shades of green, brown, and gray dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The overall atmosphere is serene and peaceful, inviting the viewer to step into the tranquil world depicted. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful landscape, you might want to explore the works of William Howis junior.

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