Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)William Roos · 1847

  • Creation date1847
  • Dimensions75.0 x 62.0 cm
  • MuseumLlyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru / The National Library of Wales

William Roos (1808 – 1878)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)
  • Artist: William Roos
  • Year: 1847
  • Original dimensions: 75.0 x 62.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru / The National Library of Wales
  • Main color: Rosy Brown
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

Questions & Answers

How old was William Roos when creating "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" in 1847?

William Roos made "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" at the age of 39. The artist was born in 1808 and the work is dated 1847.

Does "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" show strong light-dark contrasts?

The light-dark contrast of "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" is recorded as balanced. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.

Who created "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)"?

"Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" was created by William Roos. The information on this page describes William Roos's original work.

What luminance does "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" by William Roos have?

The colors of "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" show a dark luminance.

What are the reproduction rights of "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" at the Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru / The National Library of Wales?

The copyright status of "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" by William Roos is clear: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Its presence at the Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru / The National Library of Wales does not change that status.

When was "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" made?

"Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" by William Roos was created in 1847.

Can the image of "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" by William Roos be freely reproduced?

The copyright answer for "Hugh Thomas (1783–1848)" by William Roos: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.

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