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A Barber, Morocco
A Barber, Morocco is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Aloysius O'Kelly. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
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Overview
A Barber, Morocco is an oil painting created by Aloysius O'Kelly in 1896, currently housed at the National Gallery of Ireland.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a barber at work, with a seated client and a standing barber wearing white robes, set against a dark background. The scene is intimate, with the barber holding a straight razor to the client's head.
Technique & Style
The artist employed chiaroscuro to create depth and contrast, with a light source from the left. Visible brushstrokes and texture are characteristic of the oil painting technique used.
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