1834
oil
canvas
From the collection of British Museum
Woureddy (d.1842) is a 1834 oil by Benjamin Duterrau, held at British Museum.
This painting shows a man with dark skin and a shaggy red hairpiece that covers his face. He wears a necklace made of dark, rounded beads and a fur-trimmed cloak. In his right hand, he holds a long, thin staff. The man's dark skin and distinctive hairpiece suggest he may be from a specific cultural background, but without more information, it's hard to say for sure. The painting's use of earth tones and simple composition gives it a sense of quiet dignity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Benjamin Duterrau.
Benjamin Duterrau (2 March 1767 – 11 July 1851) was an English painter, etcher, engraver, sculptor and art lecturer who emigrated to Tasmania. There he became known for his images of Indigenous people and Australian history paintings.
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