The Marquis of Salisbury (1791–1868)

The Marquis of Salisbury (1791–1868)

John Griffiths

1865

oil

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts an older man with a white beard and hair, wearing a dark jacket with gold accents. The background is a warm, golden brown color. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The artist has used a range of colors to create depth and texture in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up John Griffiths.

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