Who painted Lake below Mountains?

Lake below Mountains was painted by William Howis junior in 1852.

Where can I see Lake below Mountains?

Lake below Mountains is held by National Gallery of Ireland.

Artwork

Lake below Mountains

Lake below Mountains is an unspecified painting by William Howis junior. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

About this work

Overview

Lake below Mountains is an oil painting executed around 1852 by Irish artist William Howis Jr. The work depicts a tranquil lake set against a backdrop of mountainous terrain, rendered in a naturalistic style typical of mid‑nineteenth‑century landscape painting. It is part of the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland, where it is displayed among other works of the period.

Subject & Meaning

The composition presents a serene water surface framed by rugged hills, suggesting a harmonious relationship between water and land. While the scene is not identified as a specific locale, the tranquil atmosphere reflects the Romantic interest in nature’s restorative qualities, inviting viewers to contemplate the quiet majesty of the Irish countryside.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1852, the painting entered the National Gallery of Ireland’s holdings through acquisition in the early twentieth century, though precise details of its earlier ownership remain undocumented. Its presence in the gallery underscores William Howis Jr.’s role in the development of Irish landscape painting during the Victorian era.