Is John St. Clair under copyright?

No, this artwork is in the public domain.

What is the thematic context of John St. Clair?

colonial american portraiture, copley's neoclassical style, wealth & social status", 18th century boston life, "formal dignity, restraint", portrait as commemoration, early copley's precision

What topics does John St. Clair explore?

portraiture, colonial era, wealthy man, formal attire, 18th century, miniature art, historical figure, red coat

John St. ClairJohn Singleton Copley · 1758

Neoclassicism
1758
4.0 x 4.0 cm

John Singleton Copley (1738 – 1815)

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About this artwork

Title: John St. Clair
Artist: John Singleton Copley
Year: 1758
Original dimensions: 4.0 x 4.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Inventory number: 2012.355a, b
Color palette: Pastels
Keywords: miniature painting, 18th century art, historical portrait
Color hue: Amber to Saffron

Questions & Answers

What national origin stands behind the Neoclassicism of "John St. Clair"?

"John St. Clair" was created by John Singleton Copley, born in United Kingdom, within the Neoclassicism movement. The artist's origin links the work to Neoclassicism as practiced by artists from United Kingdom.

How do movement and era meet in "John St. Clair" by John Singleton Copley?

"John St. Clair" by John Singleton Copley is placed in the Neoclassicism movement, within the Early-Modern era of its creator.

Why is the copyright status of "John St. Clair" what it is?

"John St. Clair" by John Singleton Copley is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1815.