Snare
Snare
By Richard Ingersoll
Snare is a haunting and cinematic 36 x 48 inch oil painting on canvas by Richard Ingersoll. This large-scale work plunges the viewer into a surreal narrative set against a misty, mountainous backdrop. The composition is rich with symbolic imagery: a central figure in traditional Western attire gripped by an expression of alarm, a dark companion looming behind, and a crow in mid-flight carrying a smoking skull.
Ingersoll showcases a remarkable ability to blend classical figurative techniques with a contemporary, psychological edge. The palette is dominated by muted earth tones—dusty ochres, deep forest greens, and hazy teals—which enhance the dreamlike, almost folkloric quality of the scene. From the intricate patterns of the canvas tent to the ethereal face emerging from the fog in the upper right, every detail heightens the sense of impending tension. It is a powerful, narrative-driven piece that explores themes of mythology, the untamed West, and the unseen forces of the natural world.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 36 x 48 inches
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Artist: Richard Ingersoll
- Framing: Please contact the gallery for framing options.
- Style: Contemporary Surrealism / Narrative Figurative