A Talk by the Way

  • Painting mediumOil On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementRomanticism
  • Creation date1850
  • Art period19th Century
  • Dimensions39.0 x 30.0 cm
  • MuseumThe Stirling Smith Art Gallery - Museum

Thomas Stuart Smith (1815 – 1869)

Thomas Stuart Smith (1815-1869) was a Scottish painter known for genre scenes, portraits & philanthropy. Founder of the Stirling Smith Museum, his work often depicted everyday life and social commentary with a Romantic sensibility.

The Stirling Smith Art Gallery - Museum (Stirling, United Kingdom)

Discover Scottish heritage & local history at The Stirling Smith! Explore 40,000+ artworks, the 'oldest football', & family-friendly exhibits in this Victorian gem. Plan your visit today!


About this artwork

  • Title: A Talk by the Way
  • Artist: Thomas Stuart Smith
  • Year: 1850
  • Original dimensions: 39.0 x 30.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: The Stirling Smith Art Gallery - Museum
  • Movement: Romanticism
  • Creative period: Mature Period
  • Corpus context: love & nature, classical composition

Quick Facts

  • Notable elements or techniques: Loose, expressive brushwork; layered texture
  • Artist: Thomas Stuart Smith
  • Artistic style: Romanticism with elements of Realism
  • Movement: Romanticism
  • Subject or theme: Love and rural life in a natural setting
  • Dimensions: 39 x 30 cm

QR Code

QR Code
© 2026 mus3ums.com