Artwork
Afternoon Sunshine, St Monans
Afternoon Sunshine, St Monans is an oil painting by Alexander Ignatius Roche. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
Afternoon Sunshine, St Monans is a painting created around 1901 by Alexander Ignatius Roche, a Scottish artist associated with the Glasgow Boys movement. Executed in oil paint, it is a landscape depicting a seaside village.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures a tranquil scene of St Monans, a seaside village, bathed in the warm light of afternoon. The composition includes a church steeple and foreground vegetation, conveying a sense of peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Roche's use of oil paint allows for a nuanced exploration of light and color, evident in the play of sunlight on water and buildings. The artist's technique effectively conveys the serene atmosphere of the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at the Scottish National Gallery, indicating its significance within Scottish art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexander Ignatius Roche (17 August 1861 – 10 March 1921) RSA NEAC RP was a Scottish artist in the late 19th century and an important figure in the "Glasgow Boys".
