Preparatory Study for Equestrian PortraitThomas Sully · 1841

  • Painting mediumDrawing
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementRomanticism
  • Creation date1841
  • Art period19th Century
  • MuseumThe Abraham Lincoln Foundation of The Union League of Philadelphia

Thomas Sully (1783 – 1872)

Explore the life & art of Thomas Sully (1783-1872), a British-American portrait painter famed for his Romantic style. Discover portraits of Jefferson, Adams, Lafayette & 'Passage of the Delaware'.

Original sketch for the

About this artwork

  • Title: Preparatory Study for Equestrian Portrait
  • Artist: Thomas Sully
  • Year: 1841
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: The Abraham Lincoln Foundation of The Union League of Philadelphia
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Creative period: Mature Period
  • Main color: Rosy Brown
  • Keywords: 19th century painting, realistic animal art, american academic art

Quick Facts

  • Artist: Thomas Sully
  • Notable elements or techniques: Dramatic stormy sky; detailed rendering
  • Year: 1841
  • Subject or theme: Man on horseback

Questions & Answers

Why is the copyright status of "Preparatory Study for Equestrian Portrait" what it is?

The copyright status of "Preparatory Study for Equestrian Portrait" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1872.

What feeling does "Preparatory Study for Equestrian Portrait" by Thomas Sully convey?

"Preparatory Study for Equestrian Portrait" by Thomas Sully conveys a somber feeling within an overall dramatic mood.

At what size is "Preparatory Study for Equestrian Portrait" recommended to be printed?

A medium reproduction is suggested for "Preparatory Study for Equestrian Portrait" by Thomas Sully. Size can be adjusted while keeping the proportions.

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