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Hyde Park

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Rose Maynard Barton, Hyde Park. Public domain. See this canvas under a moving light: the drawing, the true colour under the varnish, the bare pigment

The facts

Artist
Rose Maynard Barton topimpressionists.com/en/artists/rose-maynard-barton/
Artist’s dates
1856 – 1930

In context

Hyde Park — Rose Maynard Barton

When might this have been painted?

  1. 1850
  2. 1860
  3. 1870
  4. 1880
  5. 1890
  6. 1900
  7. 1910
  8. 1920
  9. 1930

Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span — 0 at birth, 74 at death.

Shaded: the lifetime of Rose Maynard Barton (1856–1930) every dated painting, decade by decade

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

  • Oranges ^ Lemons topimpressionists.com/en/art/rose-maynard-barton-oranges-lemons-9FJJTA-en/
  • Raindrops On Fuchsia topimpressionists.com/en/art/rose-maynard-barton-raindrops-on-fuchsia-9FJJTL-en/
  • More Juicy Fruit topimpressionists.com/en/art/rose-maynard-barton-more-juicy-fruit-9FJJT5-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

    Gray #8a8678

    Catalogued palette

    • #8A8678
    • #EAE5D3
    • #615D54
    • #B0A795

    These colours inside the artist’s whole palette Find other paintings by colour

    Palette
    Neutrals The dominant colour family in the image.
    Main colour name
    Gray
    Intensity
    Balanced 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
    Strong Color Unity How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Brilliant How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Muted How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Where in the world is this painting looked at?

    • under 1%
    • 1–3%
    • 3–8%
    • 8–20%
    • 20% and over
    This painting alone has too few recorded visitors to map, so the plate reads every work by Rose Maynard Barton over the last twelve months — 3 countries in all. Where these figures come from

    The ten leading countries

    1. 1 China 80.8%
    2. 2 United States of America 11.5%
    3. 3 Singapore 7.7%

    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.

    The 20 most looked-at works by Rose Maynard Barton

    1. 1 Emperor Penguins 7.4%
    2. 2 London Street Scene 7.4%
    3. 3 Relieving [the] Guard 7.4%
    4. 4 A View Of Butt Bridge 7.4%
    5. 5 Raindrops On Fuchsia 3.7%
    6. 6 Cobbler's Shop In Lancelot Place 3.7%
    7. 7 Molly 3.7%
    8. 8 A Sunny Cornfield 3.7%
    9. 9 Village Scene 3.7%
    10. 10 Wallflowers 3.7%
    11. 11 Hyde Park this painting 3.7%
    12. 12 Parks Place 3.7%
    13. 13 The Row In The Morning 3.7%
    14. 14 Winter In London 3.7%
    15. 15 Afternoon Reading In The Comeragh Mountains 3.7%
    16. 16 St Mary's, Aldermanbury 3.7%
    17. 17 Big Ben 3.7%
    18. 18 Charing Cross Bridge, London 3.7%
    19. 19 A Strenuous Morning Pencil 3.7%
    20. 20 The Four 3.7%

    Together these works take 88.8% of all the attention this artist's paintings received over the last twelve months. The catalogue holds 121 works by this artist, of which 23 were looked at at least once. This painting ranks 11 of them, with 3.7% 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

    Artist

    Rose Maynard Barton

    Born in Rochefort, Ireland

    Rose Maynard Barton: A Life in Watercolour

    Born: April 21, 1856, Rochefort, Ireland

    Died: 1930

    Rose Maynard Barton (1856-1930) was a celebrated Anglo-Irish watercolour artist renowned for her captivating landscapes, charming street scenes of Dublin and London, and delicate child portraiture. She emerged as a significant figure in the art world, exhibiting extensively with various prestigious painting societies.

    Early Life and Artistic Training

    Family Background: Born into a family with artistic inclinations, Rose was related to Eva Henrietta and Letitia Marion Hamilton, both known for their artistic talents. Her father was a lawyer, and her mother's family hailed from County Galway.

    Private Education: She received private education which instilled in her a liberal approach to social affairs.

    Early Travels & Studies (1875): A pivotal moment occurred in 1875 when Rose, accompanied by her sister Emily, visited Brussels and received drawing tuition from the French artist Henri Gervex. This marked the beginning of her formal artistic journey.

    Further Training: She later honed her skills at Paul Jacob Naftel's art studio in London, a crucial step in developing her watercolour technique.

    Artistic Career and Exhibitions

    Watercolour Society of Ireland (WCSI): Barton’s career flourished with consistent participation in the WCSI, showcasing her evolving skills.

    Royal Academy (RA) & Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA): Her work gained wider recognition through exhibitions at the RA and RHA, establishing her reputation as a skilled watercolourist. Notable early works included "Dead Game" exhibited at the RHA in 1882.

    London Exhibitions: She also displayed her art at prominent London galleries such as the Japanese Gallery, Dudley Gallery, and Grosvenor Gallery.

    Society of Women Artists: As a member of this society, she actively promoted female artists within the art community.

    Style and Notable Works

    Characteristics: Barton's watercolours are characterized by their delicate and expressive qualities, utilizing colour and light to create depth and emotion. Her style often reflected Impressionistic influences.

    Subject Matter: She frequently depicted landscapes, street scenes (particularly of Dublin and London), gardens, and charming child portraits.

    Notable Works:

    Old Chelsea Wall, London – A prime example of her skill in capturing the essence of a scene, available on AllPaintingsStore.com.

    The Doorway (1918) - Evokes childhood innocence against a grand doorway.

    Collections: Her work is held in prestigious public collections including the National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, and the Ulster Museum.

    Legacy and Historical Significance

    Contribution to Irish Art: Rose Maynard Barton made a significant contribution to Irish art through her prolific output and consistent exhibition record.

    Influence & Recognition: Her association with esteemed painting societies like the RWS, RA, and RHA solidified her position as a respected watercolourist. She was the first female member of the Royal Watercolour Society in 1911.

    Friendship with Mildred Anne Butler: A lifelong friendship with fellow artist Mildred Anne Butler fostered artistic exchange and mutual support.

    Where to read more

    • The artist Rose Maynard Barton topimpressionists.com/en/artists/rose-maynard-barton/
    • Similar works More works to compare topimpressionists.com/en/art/similar/rose-maynard-barton-hyde-park-9FJJSQ-en/

    Find this online

    QR code linking to the download page for Hyde Park

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    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    Barton, Rose Maynard. Hyde Park. n.d., https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/rose-maynard-barton-hyde-park-9FJJSQ-en/
    APA
    Barton, Rose Maynard (n.d.). Hyde Park [Painting]. https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/rose-maynard-barton-hyde-park-9FJJSQ-en/
    Chicago
    Rose Maynard Barton. Hyde Park. n.d. https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/rose-maynard-barton-hyde-park-9FJJSQ-en/
    Harvard
    Barton, Rose Maynard (n.d.) Hyde Park. Available at: https://topimpressionists.com/en/art/rose-maynard-barton-hyde-park-9FJJSQ-en/

    Look closely

    Hyde Park — Rose Maynard Barton

    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. Our catalogue files this work under: gardens and parks. Do you agree? What would you add, or take away?
    4. Look back at Oranges ^ Lemons, earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
    5. What might the artist have wanted you to feel?

    Your response

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

    Questions & Answers

    What color harmony does "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton display?

    "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton displays a strong color unity color harmony.

    Where do the visitors of "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton come from?

    Statistics about "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton are on the artwork's Stats page: monthly visits of the artwork, visits of the artist's works, and country and language breakdowns of recent visitors.

    Who is the artist behind "Hyde Park"?

    The artist behind "Hyde Park" is Rose Maynard Barton. The work is catalogued under Rose Maynard Barton's name.

    Is a download available for "Hyde Park"?

    The image of "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton can be downloaded from the artwork's Download page: a high-resolution digital image download.

    What is the luminance of "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton?

    The luminance recorded for "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton is gentle luminance.

    How intense are the colors in "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton?

    The colors in "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton have a balanced intensity.

    Is "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton a portrait, landscape or square composition?

    "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton is a landscape composition. The proportions are worth checking before choosing a print size.

    Why is the copyright status of "Hyde Park" what it is?

    "Hyde Park" by Rose Maynard Barton is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1930.