The Dinner

Thomas Rowlandson, 1787

This is a painting set in an opulent room where individuals in period attire stand around a large table holding glasses aloft as if toasting. The setting implies a celebratory gathering, with paintings and a suit of armor decorating the walls. The style of the painting is similar to Thomas Rowlandson, known for social scenes. Details such as elaborate furniture, a dog under the table, and scattered bottles contribute to the lively atmosphere.
Kunstenaar
Thomas Rowlandson
Datering
1787
Soort
Prent
Techniek
hand-colored etching and aquatint on (J. Whatman paper?)
Afmetingen
47,7 × 57,6 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a painting set in an opulent room where individuals in period attire stand around a large table holding glasses aloft as if toasting. The setting implies a celebratory gathering, with paintings and a suit of armor decorating the walls. The style of the painting is similar to Thomas Rowlandson, known for social scenes. Details such as elaborate furniture, a dog under the table, and scattered bottles contribute to the lively atmosphere.

Thomas Rowlandson