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Oliver Cromwell (1599–1658), by Robert Walker, oil

Oliver Cromwell (1599–1658)

Robert Walker

oil

canvas

From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery

Portrait Oliver Cromwell

Dominant colour

Overview

Oliver Cromwell (1599–1658) is an oil by Robert Walker, depicting Oliver Cromwell, held at Derby Museum and Art Gallery.

Who painted this?
Robert Walker
Where can I see it?
Derby Museum and Art Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a man with dark hair, wearing a dark jacket over a white collar. The background is dark, with a lighter area behind the man's head. The man's face is serious, and he is looking directly at the viewer. His jacket has a high collar and is fastened with small buttons. The painting is done in oil paint, and the artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and contrast. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Robert Walker.

About the artist

Artist

Robert Walker

A 17th-century painter in England, Robert Walker left vivid oil portraits of the men who shaped the nation’s politics.

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