A Caricature Group by John Hamilton Mortimer. A gathering of men with exaggerated facial features and expressions engaged in a lively meal around a white cloth-covered table.

A Caricature Group

John Hamilton Mortimer

1766 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A spirited and humorous 18th-century oil painting featuring a group of characters with exaggerated features.

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A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with warm, lived-in color — anchors the wall with steady presence.

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Dining Room · Library · Study
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Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
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Charcoal black, Rich brown, Terracotta clay

About the piece

Painted around 1766 by John Hamilton Mortimer, this oil on canvas captures a rowdy gathering with masterful wit. The artist employs caricature to lampoon various social types, creating a dynamic scene filled with expressive faces, dramatic chiaroscuro lighting, and a sense of shared mischief characteristic of the Georgian era.

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