Artwork
Portrait of Lennox Robinson (1886-1958)
Portrait of Lennox Robinson (1886-1958) is an oil painting by Dermod O'Brien. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
Dermod O'Brien's 'Portrait of Lennox Robinson' is an oil painting created around 1915. It is a portrait of the Irish writer and theatre director Lennox Robinson.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Lennox Robinson seated in a chair, wearing a suit and tie, with a book open before him and a cat on his lap. The calm atmosphere and contemplative expression convey a sense of quiet relaxation.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a subdued color palette, with the subject set against a dimly lit background. The artist's use of oil paint captures the textures of Robinson's clothing and the cat's fur, as well as the objects on a nearby shelf.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland. Dermod O'Brien, the artist, participated in the 1928 Summer Olympics art competition, indicating his involvement in the broader art world of his time.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Dermod O'Brien PRHA DL Hon RA (10 June 1865 – 3 October 1945), commonly known as Dermod O'Brien, was an Irish painter, chiefly of landscapes and portraits.
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