Oil on Canvas
71 x 71 cms / 28 x 28 inches
Signed Hargan (lower left)
 
A carefully arranged interior scene showing a woman poised on stacked books before a large framed view of a European square, while a black dog stands alert on a chequered floor below. A mantel to the left holds small objects including a glass of wine and decorative items, balanced by architectural detailing and a doorway to the right. Soft, controlled brushwork and a restrained palette of pale pinks, greens and creams create a composed atmosphere, with precise drawing and subtle tonal shifts guiding the eye through this quietly staged, narrative composition.