Portrait of Sir John van Hatten
1753
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1753
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting shows a man in 18th-century clothing, standing in a landscape. He wears a long coat, waistcoat, and breeches, with a tricorn hat under his arm. The background is a hilly landscape with a large tree on the left. The man's clothing and the landscape suggest a formal portrait from the 18th century. The artist's use of oil paint creates a detailed and realistic image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the artist, Arthur Devis.
