Queen VictoriaThomas Sully · 1838
Oil On Canvas- WallArt
- Neoclassicism
1838- 19th Century
239.0 x 147.0 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Thomas Sully (1783 – 1872)
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This impressive coronation portrait of Alexandrina Victoria (1819–1901), young Queen Victoria, shown ascending the throne, is the highlight of Thomas Sully’s successful career. The artist established himself in Philadelphia as one of the finest portraitists in the country and created a vogue for full-length portraiture, especially through his highly engaging and flattering depictions of women. The commission to paint the young royal came from the Philadelphia chapter of the Society of the Sons of Saint George, a benevolent association committed to supporting English emigrants and their families. Sully accepted the Saint George commission, which took him to London, but did not complete the portrait until his return to Philadelphia, in the fall of 1838. The artist conceived of the collaboration in a series of sittings with the queen, during which he took sketches of her robes and figural positions he envisioned for the final work. Many of these studies are also in The Met’s collection.
About this artwork
- Title: Queen Victoria
- Artist: Thomas Sully
- Year: 1838
- Original dimensions: 239.0 x 147.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Movement: Neoclassicism
- Medium: Oil On Canvas
- Creative period: Mature Period
Questions & Answers
Can "Queen Victoria" by Thomas Sully, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, be legally reproduced?
The original "Queen Victoria" is at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.
What is "Queen Victoria" made with?
The medium of "Queen Victoria" by Thomas Sully is oil on canvas. Reproductions aim to render the appearance of this technique.
Why is the copyright status of "Queen Victoria" what it is?
The copyright status of "Queen Victoria" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1872.