General Sir William Maxwell
1810
oil
canvas
From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art
1810
oil
canvas
From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art
General Sir William Maxwell is a 1810 oil by Henry Raeburn, held at São Paulo Museum of Art.
This painting features a man in a red military uniform, complete with gold buttons and epaulets on his shoulders. He stands with his left hand on his hip and his right hand holding a sword at his side. The background is dark, which helps the subject stand out. The man's expression is serious, and his posture conveys confidence. The level of detail in the uniform suggests that the artist was meticulous in their work. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, consider looking up 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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