Old World Portraits
Admiral Sir James Hawkins Whitshed
Frederick Cruickshank
A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a British Admiral in full naval regalia.
Rear-Admiral Sir James Alexander Gordon
Andrew Morton
1839 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified and masterful 19th-century portrait of a British naval officer in full dress uniform.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Dining Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted by Andrew Morton in 1839, this formal portrait depicts Rear-Admiral Sir James Alexander Gordon. The work showcases exceptional detail in the rendering of his naval uniform, including the ornate gold epaulettes and various military decorations, set against a dark, atmospheric background.
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