1823
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Victoria
George IV of England is a 1823 oil by Thomas Lawrence, depicting George Iv of the United Kingdom, held at National Gallery of Victoria.
This painting depicts a man in an ornate white and red robe, adorned with gold accents and jewels. He wears a white shirt with a high collar and a red sash across his chest, with a sword at his side. The man's dark hair is styled in a wavy fashion, and he gazes to his right. The background of the painting is a deep red, which contrasts with the lighter tones of the man's clothing. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Sir Thomas Lawrence (13 April 1769 – 7 January 1830) was an English painter who served as the fourth president of the Royal Academy.
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