On the Old Sod

William Magrath

Created:
Movement:
1879
Realism
key Notes:
Rural Irish landscape, Peasant life depiction
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Dimensions:
38 3/8 x 28 in. (97.5 x 71.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"On the Old Sod," created by William Magrath in 1879, depicts a rural landscape that reflects the artist's interest in the natural environment and pastoral themes. The painting is characterized by its detailed representation of the countryside, although specific details about its exhibition history or critical reception remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"On the Old Sod" by William Magrath, created in 1879, features a pastoral landscape characterized by lush greenery and a serene atmosphere, rendered in rich, vibrant oil colors. The composition is marked by a harmonious interplay of light and shadow, highlighting the natural beauty of the scene and inviting the viewer into a tranquil rural setting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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On the Old Sod