The Connoisseurs: John Caw (died 1784), John Bonar (1747 - 1807) and James Bruce
1792
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1792
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting depicts three men in an interior setting. The man on the left sits in a black chair with gold studs, wearing a gray jacket and black pants. He holds a picture in his right hand. The man in the middle stands, dressed in a brown jacket and tan pants. The man on the right sits at a table, wearing a long gray coat. A dog lies on the floor to his right. The room features a red curtain on the left and a wooden cabinet on the right. The men appear to be engaged in a discussion, possibly about the picture being held. The setting suggests a quiet, domestic space. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up David Allan.
