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A View of the Custom House

William Sadler

1820

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From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

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A View of the Custom House is a 1820 unspecified by William Sadler, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?: William Sadler
When & what style?: 1820
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting shows a busy harbor scene with a large building on the left side. The building has a tall tower and many windows. There are many boats in the water, some with sails and some without. People are standing on the shore and on the boats. The painting is done in muted colors, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. The sky is cloudy, and the overall mood is one of activity and bustle. If you're interested in seeing more works by this artist, check out William Sadler.

About the artist

Artist

William Sadler

William Sadler II (c. 1782 – 1839), also known as William Sadler the Younger, was an Irish painter. He was a noted landscape painter who is known for his depiction of the Battle of Waterloo.

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