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Alexander Bonar of Ratho (1750 - 1820), by Henry Raeburn, oil, 1820

Alexander Bonar of Ratho (1750 - 1820)

Henry Raeburn

1820

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Galleries Scotland

Dominant colour

Overview

Alexander Bonar of Ratho (1750 - 1820) is a 1820 oil by Henry Raeburn, held at National Galleries Scotland.

Who painted this?
Henry Raeburn
When & what style?
1820
Where can I see it?
National Galleries Scotland

About this work

This portrait painting depicts a man in a black coat with a white shirt underneath. The background is a dark red color. The man's facial expression is serious, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. His attire suggests that he may have been a gentleman or a member of the upper class. The painting is held at the Scottish National Gallery. Next, you could look up the artist, Henry Raeburn.

About the artist

Portrait of Henry Raeburn
Artist

Henry Raeburn

Sir Henry Raeburn (; 4 March 1756 – 8 July 1823) was a Scottish portrait painter. He served as Portrait Painter to King George IV in Scotland.

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