David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of SessionWilliam AikmanNone

  • Art movementNeoclassicism
  • Dimensions127.0 x 124.0 cm
  • MuseumНаціональний траст Шотландії

William Aikman (1682 – 1731)

Explore the captivating portraits of William Aikman, a Scottish artist known for his serene style & patronage by notable figures like Ramsay & Thomson.

Національний траст Шотландії (Montrose, United States of America)

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About this artwork

  • Title: David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session
  • Artist: William Aikman
  • Original dimensions: 127.0 x 124.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Національний траст Шотландії
  • Movement: Neoclassicism
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Main color: Phthalo Green
  • Keywords: 18th century art, court of session, scottish nobility

Questions & Answers

Who is the author of "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session", and in which movement?

"David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" was created by William Aikman in the Neoclassicism style. Artist and movement identify the work's tradition.

Which artist is "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" attributed to?

The artist behind "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" is William Aikman. The work is catalogued under William Aikman's name.

Can the image of "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" by William Aikman be freely reproduced?

The copyright answer for "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" by William Aikman: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.

What does "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" by William Aikman depict?

"David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" by William Aikman depicts: scottish portraiture, 18th century man, court of session, red coat attire, neoclassical style, noble figure, historical subject.

What art movement does "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" by William Aikman belong to?

The movement associated with "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" by William Aikman is Neoclassicism. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

Toward which tone does "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" lean?

The dominant hue of "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" by William Aikman is amber to saffron. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.

Is "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" typical of what William Aikman usually created?

Among William Aikman's recorded themes - neoclassical influence, scottish nobility portrait, courtly life depicted, formal, restrained style, 18th-century society, power & status conveyed, aikman's established style - "David Erskine (1672–1758), 13th of Dun, in the Robes of the Court of Session" brings its own focus on scottish portraiture, 18th century man, court of session, red coat attire, neoclassical style, noble figure, historical subject.

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