Artwork
An Oriental, with performing monkeys
An Oriental, with performing monkeys is a watercolor work on paper by the Impressionist artist Arthur Boyd Houghton. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
An Oriental, with performing monkeys is a watercolour by Arthur Boyd Houghton, featuring a scene with a man, a woman, and trained monkeys.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a man seated on the ground with a stick, accompanied by a reclining woman and two performing monkeys on a basket and a pedestal with a birdcage, set against a backdrop of rough stone walls and a worn rug.
Technique & Style
Houghton's use of loose brushstrokes and vibrant colours captures a sense of movement and immediacy, conveying a lively and realistic portrayal of everyday life.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Arthur Boyd Houghton (13 March 1836 – 25 November 1875) was a British painter (oil and watercolours) and illustrator.
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