Charles Cornwallis, Marquess, Viceroy of Ireland
1796
unspecified
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1796
unspecified
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This portrait depicts a man in a red coat with blue trim and a white shirt. He is shown from the chest up, facing left, with his head turned to look at the viewer. The man has white hair and is wearing a large silver star on his coat. The background of the painting is a plain grey color, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The overall effect is one of dignity and formality, suggesting that the subject is a person of importance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up John Smart.
