Artwork

Holidays, Village Girls at Llangrannog

Holidays, Village Girls at Llangrannog, by Christopher Williams, oil, 1915
Holidays, Village Girls at Llangrannog, by Christopher Williams, oil, 1915

Holidays, Village Girls at Llangrannog is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Christopher Williams. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.

About this work

Overview

Holidays, Village Girls at Llangrannog is a 1915 oil painting by Christopher Williams, held in the National Library of Wales.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two young girls in dark dresses sitting on rocks at the edge of the sea in Llangrannog, conveying a sense of peacefulness and contentment.

Technique & Style

Executed in the style of American Impressionism, the work showcases the artist's skillful capture of light on water and surrounding rocks, creating depth and texture.

Context

The serene seaside scene reflects the tranquil atmosphere of the location, with the girls appearing to enjoy their surroundings.

Artist & collection

Artist

Christopher Williams

Christopher Williams (born 1956 in Los Angeles) is an American conceptual artist and fine-art photographer who lives in Cologne and works in Düsseldorf.