Artwork
William Bell Scott (1811 - 1890)
William Bell Scott (1811 - 1890) is an oil painting by David Scott. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created in 1832 by David Scott, is a portrait of his brother William Bell Scott. It is now held at the Scottish National Gallery.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts William Bell Scott with dark, wavy hair and a serious expression, wearing a white shirt and dark jacket. The somber mood suggests a contemplative or introspective subject.
Technique & Style
The painting focuses on the subject's face, with a blurred reddish-brown background. This emphasis creates a sense of intimacy and draws the viewer's attention to William Bell Scott's expression.
Artist & collection
Artist
David Scott painted dramatic scenes from history and myth in oils during the early 1800s.
Queen Elizabeth (1533–1603), Viewing the Performance of 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' at the Globe Theatre
The Traitor's Gate
A Study for 'The Descent from the Cross'
Ariel and Caliban
The Belated Peasant (from Milton's 'Paradise Lost')
The Fire of London
Philoctetes left on the Isle of Lemnos by the Greeks on their passage towards Troy
The Vintager
The Reverend William Harness (1790–1869)
Portrait of Matthew Kendrick (c.1797-1874), Marine Painter
Dr John Camidge
'Thoughts too deep for tears'
Self Portrait
Presumed Portrait of Thomas Girtin (1775-1802), Artist
Self-portrait
Self Portrait
Francis Lucas Waddell
François Joseph Talma
Self-portrait as a young Man
Portrait of a Man