Robert Hodshon Cay
1799
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
1799
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Robert Hodshon Cay is a 1799 oil by Henry Raeburn, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
This portrait painting depicts a man with white hair, dressed in a black coat with red sleeves and a white shirt. He holds a book in his left hand. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, possibly from the 18th or 19th century. The artist's use of oil paint creates a rich, textured look. The painting's attention to detail and realistic style invite the viewer to explore more works by the artist, Henry Raeburn.
