Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Man
Unknown Artist
A distinguished 18th-century portrait of a gentleman featuring exquisite detail in the gold-embroidered coat and lace cravat.
Portrait of a Man
William Hogarth
1741 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified 18th-century portrait characterized by a striking red coat and the refined brushwork of William Hogarth.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Terracotta clay, Deep burgundy
About the piece
This 1741 portrait by William Hogarth captures a gentleman in a moment of poised reflection. Dressed in a bold red coat and an elaborate powdered wig, the subject exemplifies the formal elegance of the Georgian era, while Hogarth's masterful technique brings a sense of lifelike presence to the canvas.
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