Look closely at Joseph Wright of Derby's 'An Academy by Lamplight'. Write a close analysis of this painting. Pay particular attention to the compostition and comment on any features you consider important.

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July 7, 2015

 

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We can see a male statue in the shadows ast the pillar on the right but that is all that we can see, the rest is cast in darkness. The two pillars which are set back create a sense of distance from the viewer. The pillar in the very foreground on the right of the painting again creates a sense of depth and gives the impression that as a viewer we are stood near this pillar looking in on the scene...
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the expression on the two men's faces who are stood on the left side of the painting, and that of the statue, all look very thoughtful. This added with the arches, creates an impression of softness. The colours used are quite subdued reflecting the fact that the lamp light was the only source of light...
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