John Whitehurst (1713–1788)
1792
oil
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
1792
oil
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
The painting features an elderly man with white hair, dressed in a brown coat over a black jacket and white shirt, sitting at a desk. He is holding a piece of paper in his right hand and appears to be writing or drawing. The man is positioned in front of a dark background, which contrasts with the warm tones of his clothing. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. This painting is an example of the work of Joseph Wright of Derby.
