Artwork
Ruined Castle by Water
Ruined Castle by Water is an unspecified painting by William Howis senior. It dates from 1842 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
Ruined Castle by Water is a painting by William Howis senior, created in 1842. It is part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a dilapidated castle beside a body of water, with trees sprouting from its ruins. A figure sits in the foreground, gazing at the castle, evoking a sense of abandonment and neglect.
Technique & Style
The dominant green and brown hues convey a natural atmosphere, emphasizing the overgrowth of vegetation within the castle's crumbling structure.
Artist & collection
