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Boating

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charles william brown, Boating. Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder.

The facts

Artist
charles william brown artsdot.com/en/artists/charles-william-brown/
Artist’s dates
1882 – 1961
Original size
23 x 29 cm
Movement
Folk Art

In context

Boating — charles william brown

How big is it?

The original measures 23 × 29 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

When might this have been painted?

  1. 1880
  2. 1890
  3. 1900
  4. 1910
  5. 1920
  6. 1930
  7. 1940
  8. 1950
  9. 1960

Shaded: the lifetime of charles william brown (1882–1961)

This record has no exact year on file — using the artist's lifetime and the work's style, what decade would you guess?

Compare with

  • Industrial Scene artsdot.com/en/art/charles-william-brown-industrial-scene-AQULM6-en/
  • Woman and Child artsdot.com/en/art/charles-william-brown-woman-and-child-AQULLL-en/
  • Anemones artsdot.com/en/art/charles-william-brown-anemones-AQULLN-en/

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

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Colours

Measured from the image

    Main colour

    Orange #efa911

    Catalogued palette

    • #EFA911
    • #402F0C
    • #AE720E
    • #775513
    Palette
    Dark The dominant colour family in the image.
    Main colour name
    Orange
    Intensity
    Vivid How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
    Contrast
    Gentle How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
    Harmony
    Unified Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Balanced How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Clear Color Presence How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Artist and museum

    Artist

    charles william brown

    life and artistic journey

    charles william brown, a british painter, lived from 1882 to 1961, leaving behind a trail of intriguing artworks that whisper tales of his enigmatic life. despite the scarcity of information, his paintings speak volumes about his artistic inclinations.

    early life and training: brown's formative years are shrouded in mystery, with no definitive records of his early education or training. it is believed that he honed his skills through self-study and possibly under the tutelage of local artists.

    artistic style: his works, though few, exhibit a blend of realism and impressionism, reflecting the influences of his time. each piece is a window into brown's perception of the world, characterized by subtle use of colors and nuanced light play.

    notable works and exhibitions

    though none of his original works are featured on AllPaintingsStore, the platform does offer a wide range of art pieces from similar periods, including:

    augustus jules bouvier's "portrait of adeline and charles leigneux of anhalt", showcasing the artist's mastery over portraiture.

    clive richard browne's "killigrant", a piece that, like brown's works, explores the realm of realism with a unique perspective.

    museums and collections

    while brown's works are not part of any major museum collections, AllPaintingsStore, the virtual museum for art aficionados, offers a comprehensive database of artwork and artist biographies, making it an invaluable resource for art enthusiasts.

    legacy and influence

    brown's legacy, though not widely recognized, contributes to the broader tapestry of british art from the early 20th century. his influence may be seen in the works of subsequent artists who have built upon his unique style.

    enduring enigma: charles william brown remains an enigmatic figure, with his life and artistic journey still largely unexplored.

    artistic footprint: despite the mystery surrounding him, his paintings continue to inspire, a testament to the enduring power of art.

    explore more about AllPaintingsStore's extensive collection and the stories of artists like charles william brown.

    Where to read more

    Find this online

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    artsdot.com/en/art/download/charles-william-brown-boating-AQULM2-en/

    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    brown, charles william. Boating. n.d., https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-william-brown-boating-AQULM2-en/
    APA
    brown, charles william (n.d.). Boating [Painting]. https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-william-brown-boating-AQULM2-en/
    Chicago
    charles william brown. Boating. n.d. https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-william-brown-boating-AQULM2-en/
    Harvard
    brown, charles william (n.d.) Boating. Available at: https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-william-brown-boating-AQULM2-en/

    Look closely

    Boating — charles william brown

    Look closely

    Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

    1. What catches your eye first, and why?
    2. Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
    3. How many faces can you find? ____ (our catalogue counts 2 — do you agree?)
    4. Our catalogue files this work under: autumn landscape, river scene, boating activity. Do you agree? What would you add, or take away?
    5. Look back at Industrial Scene, earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.

    Your response

    Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.