Old World Portraits
John Quick and John Fawcett in The Way to Get Married
Samuel De Wilde
A charming 18th-century theatrical portrait capturing a lively scene from Thomas Morton's comedy 'The Way to Get Married'.
Samuel Thomas Russell in 'The Mayor of Garratt'
Samuel De Wilde
1810 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An expressive 19th-century portrait capturing the character and vibrant costume of a British stage actor.
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Where it works
A measured, grounding piece in walnut and cognac tones — adds structure to a more polished room.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Hallway
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Best with clear wall contrast
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Olive green, Aged gold
About the piece
This 1810 oil painting by Samuel De Wilde features actor Samuel Thomas Russell in character for the play 'The Mayor of Garratt'. The work is a masterful example of theatrical portraiture, showcasing intricate textures of silk and wool alongside a collection of narrative props that bring the scene to life.
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