Bishop Burgess

Bishop Burgess

William Owen

1800

oil

From the collection of National Library of Wales

About this work

This painting depicts a man dressed in a white robe with a black sash, seated with his right arm resting on a table. The table holds an open book and a feather quill. Behind him, a bookshelf is visible, filled with books of varying sizes. The man's attire and the presence of books suggest a scholarly or religious figure. The artist's use of oil paint adds depth and richness to the scene. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the paintings of William Owen.

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