1823
oil
canvas
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
Dominant colour
Portrait of John Reeves, 1774-1856 is a 1823 oil by George Chinnery, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.
This portrait depicts a man with short, white hair, dressed in a black coat over a white shirt and tie. The background is dark, with a hint of red fabric or curtain on the left side. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, possibly from the 18th or 19th century. His expression is serious, with a slight hint of a smile. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.
George Chinnery (Chinese: 錢納利; 5 January 1774 – 30 May 1852) was an English painter who spent most of his life in Asia, especially India and southern China.
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