1892
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Voltaire (1694 - 1778) is a 1892 oil by William Quiller Orchardson, a Impressionism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting shows a group of men gathered around a table, dressed in 18th-century attire. The scene is set in a grand, ornate room with high ceilings and large windows. The men are engaged in conversation, with some leaning back in their chairs and others leaning forward, intently listening. The artist's use of warm colors and soft lighting creates a sense of comfort and camaraderie among the group. The painting's attention to detail, from the intricate patterns on the men's clothing to the delicate china on the table, adds to its sense of realism. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up William Quiller Orchardson.
Sir William Quiller Orchardson (27 March 1832 – 13 April 1910) was a Scottish portraitist and painter of domestic and historical subjects who was knighted in June 1907, at the age of 75.
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