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Andrew Plimer (1763 - 1837), by Andrew Geddes, oil, 1815

Andrew Plimer (1763 - 1837)

Andrew Geddes

1815

oil

panel

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Dominant colour

Overview

Andrew Plimer (1763 - 1837) is a 1815 oil by Andrew Geddes, a British Romanticism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
Andrew Geddes
When & what style?
1815 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting depicts a man sitting in a chair, wearing a black hat and a brown jacket over a white shirt. He has his hands clasped together in his lap. The background is dark, with a red curtain on the right side of the image. The man's face is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. His clothing and hat suggest that he may be a gentleman or a member of the upper class. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face and hands. The artist's attention to detail and use of light and shadow create a sense of realism and intimacy. Look up Andrew Geddes.

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