Student Artwork Guide
Copyright This work is in the public domain. Charles Collins died in 1873; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it ended in 1943.
In context
The Pedlar — Charles Collins
The original measures 101 × 107 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.
Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span — 0 at birth, 45 at death.
Painted when the artist was 22. The artist lived to 45. 0 of the 8 dated works by this artist in our catalogue came earlier.
Shaded: the lifetime of Charles Collins (1828–1873) ▲ this work, 1850 every dated painting, decade by decade
Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.
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Measured from the image
Main colour
Driftwood #b49a6e
Catalogued palette
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The ten leading countries
Find the three darkest countries on the map. Is the museum that keeps this painting in any of them? Write down one reason people far away might look at it.
Together these works take 100.0% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 11 works by this artist, of which 4 were looked at at least once. This painting ranks 3 of them, with 25.0% of that attention. The same counts, month by month
Bars measure attention, not quality. Pick the work at the top and this one: name one thing that might make a painting famous beyond how well it is painted.
Artist and museum
Born in Dublin, Ireland
charles collins, an irish painter, was born in 1828. although his life was marked by a relatively short span, his artistic contributions left an indelible mark on the world of art. collins' early training in art is not well-documented, but it is known that he honed his skills in the traditional manner, focusing on the techniques of the time.
collins' style was characterized by realism, a trait common among artists of his era. his works, though not as widely recognized today, were appreciated in his lifetime for their intricate details and mastery of light. unfortunately, due to the passage of time, many of his paintings have been lost or are not readily available for viewing.
portrait of a young woman, one of collins' few surviving pieces, showcases his skill in capturing the subtleties of human expression.
another notable work, landscape with figures, demonstrates his ability to balance the beauty of nature with the presence of humanity.
though collins' life was cut short in 1873, at the age of 45, his influence on subsequent generations of artists is undeniable. his commitment to realism paved the way for later movements that emphasized accuracy and detail.
the national gallery of ireland holds a few of collins' works, offering a glimpse into his artistic world.
for those interested in exploring more of collins' style, AllPaintingsStore.com's collection provides an excellent starting point, with its extensive database of artwork and artist biographies.
charles collins, though often overlooked in the broader narrative of art history, remains a significant figure in irish artistic circles. his dedication to realism and his undeniable skill in capturing the essence of his subjects continue to inspire artists today.
explore more of collins' works and other notable artists on AllPaintingsStore's virtual museum.
delve into the world of art with wahoo art timeline, a detailed overview of art history.
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Look closely
The Pedlar — Charles Collins
Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.
Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.
Charles Collins made "The Pedlar" at the age of 22. The artist was born in 1828 and the work is dated 1850.
Charles Collins made "The Pedlar" in 1850.
The colors of "The Pedlar" by Charles Collins show a strong color unity harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.