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Dr Samuel Brown (1817 - 1856)

David Scott

1844

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Dr Samuel Brown (1817 - 1856) is a 1844 oil by David Scott, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?: David Scott
When & what style?: 1844
Where can I see it?: National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This painting depicts a man with dark hair, wearing a dark coat and a white shirt with a dark tie. The background is dark, with small white dots scattered throughout. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal portrait from the 19th century. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the subject's face and clothing. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of light and shadow, you might want to look up the technique of chiaroscuro.