An Unknown ManJoseph HighmoreNone

  • MuseumYale Center for British Art

Joseph Highmore (1692 – 1780)

English Rococo painter of elegant conversation pieces and narrative illustrations inspired by the novel Pamela, capturing Georgian social life.

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About this artwork

  • Title: An Unknown Man
  • Artist: Joseph Highmore
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Yale Center for British Art
  • Inventory number: B1981.25.340
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

Questions & Answers

Does the copyright of "An Unknown Man" by Joseph Highmore allow reproductions?

The copyright status of "An Unknown Man" by Joseph Highmore is clear: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Its presence at the Yale Center for British Art does not change that status.

What other names is Joseph Highmore known by?

Joseph Highmore appears under the alternate names Mr. Highmore, J. Highmore, Highmore J., Highmore, ジョセフ・ハイモア.

How strong are the colors of "An Unknown Man"?

The colors of "An Unknown Man" by Joseph Highmore show a subtle color saturation with a monochromatic intensity.

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