Artwork
Portrait of William Dargan (1799-1867), fragment of picture
Portrait of William Dargan (1799-1867), fragment of picture is an oil painting by the Realist artist Stephen Catterson Smith the younger. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
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Overview
This oil painting is a fragment of a larger portrait, created by Stephen Catterson Smith the younger in 1862. It is a representation of William Dargan, held at the National Gallery of Ireland.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts William Dargan, a man in his 60s, with a serious expression. He is shown wearing a dark coat and white cravat, with a focus on his face and shoulders.
Technique & Style
The painting features smooth brushstrokes and blended skin tones, with a use of lighting that highlights Dargan's face while casting the edges in shadow, creating a sense of depth.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Stephen Catterson Smith the younger
Stephen Catterson Smith the younger (1849–1912) was an artist, born in Dublin.
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