1790
oil
canvas
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
George Boone Roupell is a 1790 oil by John Singleton Copley, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.
This portrait painting depicts a man standing in front of a scenic landscape. He is dressed in a vibrant red coat with gold buttons, paired with a brown waistcoat, black knee-length pants, white stockings, and black shoes featuring gold buckles. The man holds a black hat under his left arm and grasps a wooden cane in his right hand. The background of the painting features a serene landscape with a body of water, trees, and a cloudy sky. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes elegance and sophistication. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of John Singleton Copley.
John Singleton Copley (July 3, 1738 – September 9, 1815) was an American-born British painter active in both the Thirteen Colonies and England.
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