Lieutenant General Duncan Campbell
1810
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1810
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a bald man in a bright red military coat with gold buttons. His collar has a fancy braided trim, and he wears a serious expression. The dark background makes his face stand out clearly. The artist used bold light and shadow to highlight his face and uniform. This was common in portraits from that time to show power and importance. Want to see more? Check out Romanticism for other works with dramatic lighting.
