Who painted James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil?

James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil was painted by Jean-Étienne Liotard in 1774.

Where can I see James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil?

James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil?

James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil

Jean-Étienne Liotard , 1774

James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Étienne Liotard. It dates from 1774 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

This 1774 portrait by Jean-Étienne Liotard depicts James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Clanbrassil. The painting is executed in the rococo style and is part of the Kunsthaus Zürich collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown standing in a red coat with gold trim, white hair, and a white shirt with ruffled cuffs, gazing directly at the viewer. His pose, with one hand resting on a chair, conveys a sense of dignity.

Technique & Style

Liotard's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and dimension, with the subject's shadow cast on a plain gray background. The artist's attention to detail and naturalistic approach are characteristic of his work.

History & Provenance

The portrait was created by Liotard, a Genevan painter of Huguenot descent who worked across Europe and the Ottoman Empire, producing detailed portraits and other scenes.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Jean-Étienne Liotard

Jean-Étienne Liotard (French pronunciation:; 22 December 1702 – 12 June 1789) was a Genevan painter, pastellist, printmaker, art theorist and art dealer.