Family GroupFrancis Wheatley · 1780

  • Creation date1780
  • Dimensions113.0 x 93.0 cm

Francis Wheatley (1747 – 1801)

Discover Francis Wheatley's evocative landscapes & portraits! This English artist captured rural life & social scenes in 18th-century London & Ireland. Explore his art today!


About this artwork

  • Title: Family Group
  • Artist: Francis Wheatley
  • Year: 1780
  • Original dimensions: 113.0 x 93.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Main color: Phthalo Green
  • Perceived brightness: shadow

Questions & Answers

What was Francis Wheatley's age when "Family Group" was created?

Francis Wheatley was 33 years old when creating "Family Group" in 1780. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1747.

What luminance does "Family Group" by Francis Wheatley have?

"Family Group" by Francis Wheatley has a soft shadow luminance. Luminance describes how much light the colors appear to reflect.

When was "Family Group" made?

"Family Group" dates from 1780. The date places the work within Francis Wheatley's career and its era.

How harmonious are the colors of "Family Group" by Francis Wheatley?

The colors of "Family Group" by Francis Wheatley show a softly mixed palette harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.

Why is the copyright status of "Family Group" what it is?

The copyright status of "Family Group" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1801.

Is "Family Group" more bright or more dark overall?

The recorded values for "Family Group" by Francis Wheatley are: shadow brightness, soft shadow luminance.

Who is the artist behind "Family Group"?

The artist behind "Family Group" is Francis Wheatley. The work is catalogued under Francis Wheatley's name.

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