John Lord Sommers

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in a big, curly wig and a high-collared coat. His face is serious, with a slight frown. The background is plain and dark, making his face stand out. The name at the bottom reads "The Rt Hon. the John Lord Sommers," and it was made in 1713. The artist used a technique that creates smooth shading, which gives the wig and coat texture. Look up Baroque to see how this style used drama and detail in portraits.