Old World Portraits
Mr. and Mrs. Hill
Arthur Devis
An elegant 18th-century conversation piece depicting a couple in a refined domestic setting.
A Gentleman with His Daughter
Arthur Devis
1746 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A refined mid-18th-century English portrait of a gentleman and his daughter set against a tranquil countryside backdrop.
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Where it works
A quiet, grounding work with softened warm notes — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Works well as a centered vertical note
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
Painted by the English artist Arthur Devis around 1746, this work is a classic example of a 'conversation piece.' It captures a gentleman and his young daughter in a poised, outdoor setting, blending formal portraiture with a detailed landscape. Devis's meticulous style highlights the fashion and social standing of the Georgian era, presenting a scene of quiet domestic harmony.
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