William Cavendish, 7th Duke of Devonshire
1892
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1892
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This portrait painting shows a man seated in a chair, dressed in a black robe with gold trim and a white collar. His hair is gray, and he has a long white beard. The background is a solid brown color. The man's attire suggests that he may be a member of the clergy or a high-ranking official. The painting's style is formal and dignified, with attention to detail in the subject's clothing and facial expression. To learn more about this style of portraiture, explore the works of artist George Frederic Watts.
