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Sir William Fitzherbert, by Kate Sperrey, oil, 1887

Sir William Fitzherbert

Kate Sperrey

1887

oil

From the collection of Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Dominant colour

Overview

Sir William Fitzherbert is a 1887 oil by Kate Sperrey, held at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Who painted this?
Kate Sperrey
When & what style?
1887
Where can I see it?
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

About this work

This portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, dressed in a dark suit and white shirt. He wears a medal around his neck, and his right hand rests on a cane. The background is dark, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The painting's style is realistic, with attention to detail in the subject's facial features and clothing. The use of dark colors creates a somber mood, which suits the subject's serious expression. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up Kate Sperrey.

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