Artwork
John Cox, died 1870
John Cox, died 1870 is an oil painting by William Roos. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.
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Overview
This oil painting is a portrait of John Cox, created by William Roos in 1845. It is part of the National Library of Wales collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts John Cox, a man with dark hair, wearing formal attire consisting of a black coat, white shirt, and black cravat. His serious expression and direct gaze convey a sense of solemnity.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The dark background serves to focus attention on the subject, whose facial features are rendered in fine detail.
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Artist & collection
Artist
William Roos (1808 – 4 July 1878) was a Welsh artist and engraver. Several of Roos' portraits, mainly of notable Welsh figures, are owned by the National Library of Wales.
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