Skating 1792

"Skating," created in 1792 by George Morland, is a genre painting depicting a group of people on a frozen lake. The scene is set in a rural landscape with a thatched cottage and a bare tree in the background. Morland, known for his depictions of rural life, uses naturalism and detail to convey the cold and snowy atmosphere of the scene. His focus on everyday activities, including skating and a dog sniffing the ice, adds a sense of realism to the artwork. "Skating" is a reminder of Morland's talent for capturing the simple pleasures of life in a picturesque setting.