James Ker of Bughtrigg (1700 - 1768)
1754
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1754
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, dressed in formal attire. He wears a dark coat with a fur-trimmed collar and a white cravat, and his long, curly white hair is styled in a wig. The subject's gaze is directed straight ahead, and his facial features are rendered in detail. The background of the painting is a muted brown color, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face. For more information on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
