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Ruined Castle by Water

William Howis senior

1842

unspecified

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Ruined Castle by Water is a 1842 unspecified by William Howis senior, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?: William Howis senior
When & what style?: 1842
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting shows a ruined castle by a body of water. The castle is old and crumbling, with trees growing out of it. In the foreground, there's a person sitting on the ground, looking at the castle. The painting has a lot of green and brown colors, which gives it a natural feel. The castle looks like it's been abandoned for a long time, and the trees are taking over. If you like this painting, you might want to check out more works by William Howis senior.