1849
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Richard Bentley (after James Thornhill) is a 1849 oil by Robert William Buss, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This portrait depicts a man with dark, curly hair, wearing a dark jacket over a white shirt with a large collar. He is holding a book in his right hand. The painting is done in oil paint and features a somber tone, with the subject's face being the main focus. The background is dark, which helps to draw attention to the subject. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you can look up Robert William Buss.
Robert William Buss (4 August 1804 – 26 February 1875) was a Victorian artist, etcher and illustrator perhaps best known for his painting Dickens' Dream. He was the father of Frances Buss, a pioneer of girls' education.
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