Artwork
A Daydream
A Daydream is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edward Arthur Walton. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
A Daydream is a 1893 oil painting by Edward Arthur Walton, a Scottish artist associated with the Düsseldorf school. It is a post-impressionist work held in the Scottish National Gallery.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a contemplative young woman in a wooded setting, accompanied by a boy who gazes up at her. The serene atmosphere and the woman's introspective expression suggest a moment of quiet reflection.
Technique & Style
Walton's use of muted colors and attention to detail creates a sense of calmness. The post-impressionist style is evident in the work's emphasis on capturing a mood or atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edward Arthur Walton (15 April 1860 in Glanderston House, Barrhead, Renfrewshire – 18 March 1922 in Edinburgh) was a Scottish painter of landscapes and portraits, associated with the Düsseldorf school of painting.
