James Duff of Corsindae (1678 - 1762)
1760
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1760
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
The painting depicts a man with white hair, dressed in a dark jacket with buttons down the front, a white shirt, and a black vest. He is shown from the waist up, facing forward with his head turned slightly to the right. The background of the painting is a muted brown color. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest that the painting was created in the 18th century. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth, adds depth and dimension to the portrait. The painting is a fine example of a portrait from the 18th century, and it would be interesting to explore more works by Cosmo Alexander.
