ComradesFlora Macdonald Reid · 1905
1905
62.0 x 93.0 cm
Laing Art Gallery
Scene Description
The painting depicts a group of people sitting on benches in what appears to be a park or outdoor market setting. A man, woman, and child are seated together, with the woman holding a baby. Other individuals are also present in the scene, some standing and others sitting. The presence of trees and umbrellas suggests that it could be a park setting as well.Artistic Style
Flora Macdonald Reid's artistic style is characterized by her attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of everyday life. Her use of oil on canvas creates a sense of warmth and depth in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. The Comrades painting is a prime example of her skill in capturing the subtleties of human interaction.Similar Artists and Paintings
Other artists whose works are similar to Flora Macdonald Reid's include Thomas Eyre Macklin, known for his portrait of Alexander Laing (1828-1905), and Charles Napier Hemy, who painted Trees. These artists, like Flora Macdonald Reid, are known for their ability to capture the beauty of everyday life.- Painting by 'Flora Macdonald Reid' | Flora Macdonald Reid:Comrades
- Painting by 'Thomas Eyre Macklin' | Thomas Eyre Macklin:Alexander Laing (1828–1905)
- Painting by 'Charles Napier Hemy' | Charles Napier Hemy:Trees
The Laing Art Gallery is also home to other notable works, including those by Ralph Bullock and Emma Woollard. For more information on these artists and their works, visit Emma Woollard's page on Mus3ums.com.
Flora Macdonald Reid (1860 – 1938)
Flora Macdonald Reid (1860-1945) was a British Scottish painter known for evocative oil paintings of daily life, marketplaces & Cornish scenes. Sister to John Robertson Reid, she exhibited internationally and is featured in the National Galleries Sco
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About this artwork
- Title: Comrades
- Artist: Flora Macdonald Reid
- Year: 1905
- Original dimensions: 62.0 x 93.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Laing Art Gallery
- Main color: Walnut
- Perceived brightness: balanced
Questions & Answers
In what year was "Comrades" by Flora Macdonald Reid created?
"Comrades" dates from 1905. The date places the work within Flora Macdonald Reid's career and its era.
How do the colors of "Comrades" relate to each other?
The colors of "Comrades" by Flora Macdonald Reid show a strong color unity harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.
How old was Flora Macdonald Reid when creating "Comrades" in 1905?
Flora Macdonald Reid was 45 years old when creating "Comrades" in 1905. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1860.
What are the author and date of "Comrades"?
The author of "Comrades" is Flora Macdonald Reid, and the work is dated 1905.
Which artist is "Comrades" attributed to?
The artist behind "Comrades" is Flora Macdonald Reid. The work is catalogued under Flora Macdonald Reid's name.
How does "Comrades" balance light and dark?
"Comrades" by Flora Macdonald Reid is recorded as balanced, with a soft shadow luminance.
Can "Comrades" by Flora Macdonald Reid, held at the Laing Art Gallery, be legally reproduced?
The copyright status of "Comrades" by Flora Macdonald Reid is clear: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Its presence at the Laing Art Gallery does not change that status.