William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)Thomas Beach · 1782

  • Art movementNeoclassicism
  • Creation date1782
  • Dimensions96.0 x 79.0 cm

Thomas Beach (1738 – 1806)

Discover Thomas Beach (1738-1806), a British portraitist influenced by Sir Joshua Reynolds. Known for elegant portraits of figures like Sarah Siddons, explore his Bath works & historical significance.


About this artwork

  • Title: William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)
  • Artist: Thomas Beach
  • Year: 1782
  • Original dimensions: 96.0 x 79.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Movement: Neoclassicism
  • Main color: Black
  • Keywords: 18th century portrait, portrait of scholar, william woodfall art
  • Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum

Questions & Answers

What stage of Thomas Beach's career does "William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" (1782) belong to?

The 1782 date places "William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" in the Late 18th Century of Thomas Beach's development.

Where does "William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" stand among Thomas Beach's recurring subjects?

"William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" depicts portrait, scholar, quill pen, 18th century, classical art, intellectual, study, formal pose, while Thomas Beach's recorded themes are formal portraiture, refined composition, documenting elite, classical antiquity, portrait tradition, neoclassical style, intellectualism, scholarly pursuit. Comparing the two shows how the work relates to the artist's usual subjects.

Who created "William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" and what style is it in?

"William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" was created by Thomas Beach in the Neoclassicism style. Artist and movement identify the work's tradition.

Which color stands out most in "William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)"?

The color that stands out most in "William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" is black (#10140b). The dominant color is useful when matching an artwork to an interior.

Where does "William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" fall in Thomas Beach's career?

"William 'Memory' Woodfall (1746–1803)" belongs to the Late 18th Century of Thomas Beach's career. This classification relates the work to the artist's development.

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