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Lieutenant General Duncan Campbell
Lieutenant General Duncan Campbell is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Henry Raeburn. It dates from 1810 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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History & Provenance
The portrait of Lieutenant General Duncan Campbell was painted by Henry Raeburn in 1810 during Raeburn's mature period. The work entered the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is catalogued under accession number 1947.266 as an oil on canvas portrait measuring 75.5 × 63.3 cm.
Overview
Sir Henry Raeburn's 1810 oil painting depicts Lieutenant General Duncan Campbell. This portrait, executed during the British Romantic period, showcases the Scottish artist's skill in capturing individual likeness and military bearing. The work is a notable example of early 19th-century portraiture and is part of the museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
Lieutenant General Duncan Campbell is presented as a distinguished military figure. He wears a vibrant red coat adorned with gold buttons and braided trim, signifying his rank and service. His serious expression and upright posture convey authority and a sense of duty, characteristic of military portraits from this era. The depiction emphasizes his professional identity.
Technique & Style
Raeburn employed oil paint to create a striking visual presence. The artist meticulously rendered the textures of the military uniform, paying close attention to the folds of fabric and the gleam of gold details. A dark background enhances the prominence of Campbell's face and bright red coat, utilizing strong contrasts in light and shadow to give the figure a three-dimensional quality.
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Artist
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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