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Quiet Sunset, Machrihanish, by William McTaggart, oil, 1882

Quiet Sunset, Machrihanish

William McTaggart

1882

oil

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

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Overview

Quiet Sunset, Machrihanish is a 1882 oil by William McTaggart, a Impressionism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
William McTaggart
When & what style?
1882 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting shows a quiet sunset over the water. The sky is painted in shades of yellow, orange, and grey, with the sun peeking through the clouds. The water is calm, reflecting the colors of the sky. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The colors are muted, with no bright or bold hues. If you like this painting, you might want to check out the work of William McTaggart.

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