The DuetArthur Devis · 1749
Neoclassicism
1749
116.0 x 104.0 cm
Arthur Devis (1712 – 1787)
Arthur William Devis (1762-1822) was an English portrait & history painter known for intimate 'conversation piece' portraits, depictions of naval life including the Death of Nelson, and family portraits. Discover his legacy at Mus3ums!
About this artwork
- Title: The Duet
- Artist: Arthur Devis
- Year: 1749
- Original dimensions: 116.0 x 104.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Neoclassicism
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: classical composition, aristocratic status
- Keywords: british art history, 18th century portrait, classical painting
Questions & Answers
What underlying hue runs through "The Duet" by Arthur Devis?
"The Duet" leans toward a green to violet spectrum tone.
Is "The Duet" by Arthur Devis a bright or a dark artwork?
The perceived brightness of "The Duet" by Arthur Devis is deep_shadow. It can be matched to the light of the intended space.
In which year and which movement was "The Duet" made?
"The Duet" by Arthur Devis is dated 1749 and belongs to Neoclassicism.