Artwork
View in Mount Merrion Park
View in Mount Merrion Park is an oil painting by William Ashford. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
View in Mount Merrion Park is an oil painting created by William Ashford in 1806. It is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape in Mount Merrion Park, featuring a prominent tree and grazing deer in the distance. The tranquil scene is characterized by muted tones and a soft blue sky with clouds.
Technique & Style
Ashford rendered the landscape in various shades of green and brown, creating a calming atmosphere. The work showcases his skill in capturing the natural world.
History & Provenance
William Ashford, an English painter who settled in Ireland, produced this work as part of a series of views for the 4th Earl FitzWilliam. It is now held in the Fitzwilliam Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Ashford (1746 – 17 April 1824) was an English painter who worked exclusively in Ireland, where he lived from the age of 18, having initially gone there to take up a post with the Ordnance Office.
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