Artwork
A Brawl outside an Ale House
A Brawl outside an Ale House is an oil painting by Alexander Carse. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
The painting is titled A Brawl outside an Ale House.
It was created by Alexander Carse in 1822.
The Scottish National Gallery holds this work, which is an example of a genre scene, depicting everyday life.
This type of scene was popular in the past, showing ordinary people in ordinary situations.
You can learn more about this style by looking up the technique of glazing.
Overview
A Brawl outside an Ale House is a 1822 oil painting by Alexander Carse, a Scottish artist known for depicting everyday life. The work is part of the Scottish National Gallery's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a chaotic scene outside an ale house, reflecting social tensions in early 19th-century Scotland. It is one of Carse's genre scenes, which often documented local customs and events.
Technique & Style
As a genre scene, the painting exemplifies a style that focuses on ordinary people in everyday situations. The use of oil paint allowed for techniques such as glazing, which may have been employed to achieve the desired visual effects.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexander Carse (c. 1770 – February 1843) was a Scottish painter known for his scenes of Scottish life. His works include a large canvas of George IV's visit to Leith and three early paintings of football matches.
