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Portrait of Reverend J.M. Hamilton, by Sarah Purser, oil, 1898

Portrait of Reverend J.M. Hamilton

Sarah Purser

1898

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of Reverend J.M. Hamilton is a 1898 oil by Sarah Purser, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Sarah Purser
When & what style?
1898
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

The painting depicts an older man with white hair, wearing a dark robe over a white shirt and tie. He holds a book in his hands. The man's face is painted with attention to detail, showcasing his age and wisdom. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to focus the viewer's attention on the subject. This portrait, titled "Portrait of Reverend J.M. Hamilton," is held at the National Gallery of Ireland. You can learn more about the artist who created this work, Sarah Purser.

About the artist

Portrait of Sarah Purser
Artist

Sarah Purser

Sarah Henrietta Purser RHA (22 March 1848 – 7 August 1943) was an Irish artist mainly noted for her portraiture.

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