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Pierre du Terrail, Chevalier de Bayard

John Hodges Benwell

1792

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Rococo painting Romanticism 18th Century

Dominant colour

Pierre du Terrail, Chevalier de Bayard is a 1792 watercolor by John Hodges Benwell, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: John Hodges Benwell
When & what style?: 1792 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolour painting depicts a scene with three figures. In the center, a man stands with his arms crossed, wearing a ruffled collar and a striped tunic. To his right, a woman in a long white dress looks down, while to his left, a man in a white robe kneels, his head bowed. The background is a muted grey, with hints of blue. The central figure's stance and attire suggest a sense of confidence and authority. The woman's downward gaze implies a sense of contemplation or concern. This painting is a great example of Romanticism, and you can learn more about this movement by exploring the works of artists like Benwell, John Hodges.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour portrait by John Hodges Benwell from 1792 depicts Pierre du Terrail, Chevalier de Bayard, the French knight who lived from 1473 to 1524.

Read the full account in the museum source.