What is the thematic context of Nicholas Fazakerley (d.1767)?

reflects 18th-century society, illustrative of devis's career, classical portrait tradition, venetian renaissance influence, emphasis on realism & detail, status & authority, wealth & learning

Preview

AR preview

Hand Made Oil Painting

Digital Image

Send

Guide

Add to favorites

Download

Similars

X-Ray

Diaporama

Q&A

Stats

Nicholas Fazakerley (d.1767)

: Classical Portraiture
: 1763
: 234.0 x 148.0 cm
: Harris Museum - Art Gallery

Arthur William Devis (1712 – 1787)

Arthur William Devis (1762-1822) was an English portrait & history painter known for intimate 'conversation piece' portraits, depictions of naval life including the Death of Nelson, and family portraits. Discover his legacy at TopImpressionists!

Harris Museum - Art Gallery (Preston, United Kingdom)

Delve into Preston’s Harris Museum & Art Gallery – housing an impressive collection of fine art by masters like Alma-Tadema and Freud, alongside captivating Pre-Raphaelite landscapes and a remarkable elk skeleton exhibit.

About this artwork

Title: Nicholas Fazakerley (d.1767)
Artist: Arthur William Devis
Year: 1763
Original dimensions: 234.0 x 148.0 cm
Format: Tall
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Harris Museum - Art Gallery
Creative period: Late 18th Century
Corpus context: emphasis on realism & detail , illustrative of devis's career
Main color: Phthalo Green