Samuel Linley by Thomas Gainsborough. A three-quarter length portrait of a young man with dark hair tied back, wearing a navy blue coat and a black cravat, set within a painted oval border.

Samuel Linley

Thomas Gainsborough

1778 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A masterful 18th-century portrait by Thomas Gainsborough, capturing the youthful elegance and sensitive expression of Samuel Linley.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — holds a composed wall with restraint.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well as a centered vertical note
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Olive green, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1778, this portrait by Thomas Gainsborough showcases the artist's celebrated 'feathered' brushwork and sophisticated use of light. The subject, Samuel Linley, is depicted with a soft, contemplative gaze against a warm, atmospheric background, framed by a classic painted feigned oval that adds depth and traditional charm to the rectangular composition.