Edward Colston (1636–1721)
Neoclassicism
125.0 x 101.0 cm
Council House
Jonathan Richardson the Elder (1667 – 1745)
Jonathan Richardson the Elder (1667-1745) was a leading English portrait painter, influential art theorist & collector. His 'Essay on Painting' inspired Reynolds. Discover his portraits, drawings & legacy.
Council House (Bristol, United Kingdom)
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About this artwork
- Title: Edward Colston (1636–1721)
- Artist: Jonathan Richardson the Elder
- Original dimensions: 125.0 x 101.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Council House
- Movement: Neoclassicism
- Corpus context: classical ideals, "neoclassical restraint
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: seated figure art, portraiture style, classical european painti
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