Landscape with Figures and a Carriage

Sir David Wilkie

Associated Names
Sir David Wilkie

Artist, Scottish, 1785 - 1841

The image shows a landscape seen from a high angle. The horizon is high in the composition, with rolling terrain leading towards it. A small structure is visible in the distance on the left. In the foreground, a person in dark clothing faces away, observing a carriage pulled by two horses. A group of figures is gathered to the left. The artistic style features delicate brushstrokes, creating an ethereal effect. The color palette is muted, with pale blues, soft greens, and hints of beige, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and watercolor on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of William B. O'Neal

  • Dimensions

    overall: 9.2 x 13.8 cm (3 5/8 x 5 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.52.203


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. N.C. Butler; (Thos. Agnew & Sons Ltd., London); purchased by William B. O'Neal, Charlottesville, VA, 1968-1994; gift to NGA, 1995.
Mrs. N.C. Butler was a descendant of a friend of the artist's (according to O'Neal records).

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64631770

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