Artwork
Portrait of C.H. Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby (1797-1863), Sketch
Portrait of C.H. Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby (1797-1863), Sketch is an oil painting by Nicholas Joseph Crowley. It dates from 1848 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
This oil sketch portrait is the work of Nicholas Joseph Crowley, an Irish painter active in the mid-19th century. The painting is held in the National Gallery of Ireland.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Charles Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby, in a blue military uniform with gold accents, standing in the foreground. A secondary figure, dressed in a pink suit, stands behind him, holding a hat.
Technique & Style
Crowley used oil paint to achieve a detailed and realistic representation of the scene. The work is characterized by its use of vivid colors, such as the red sash worn by the main subject.
History & Provenance
The portrait was created around 1848 by Crowley, who was known for his skill in portraiture, particularly in portrait groups. The work is part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Nicholas Joseph Crowley (6 December 1819–4 November 1857) was an Irish genre and portrait painter. He was highly esteemed as a portrait painter, and was especially good in painting portrait groups.
