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Portrait of John O'Donovan (1806-1851), Scholar

Charles Grey

1848

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of John O'Donovan (1806-1851), Scholar is a 1848 oil by Charles Grey, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?: Charles Grey
When & what style?: 1848
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a man with brown hair. He is wearing a black coat with a white collar and a black tie. The background is dark, and the man is looking directly at the viewer. The man's face is serious, and his eyes are brown. His hair is styled in a way that was common during the 19th century. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich and vibrant color. The artist, Charles Grey, was known for his portraits of Irish scholars and politicians. This painting is held at the National Gallery of Ireland, where it can be seen by the public. If you're interested in learning more about the technique used in this painting, you might want to look up chiaroscuro.