Artwork
Portrait of a gentleman, full-length, standing in a landscape
Portrait of a gentleman, full-length, standing in a landscape is an oil painting by Adèle Romany. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria.
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Overview
This full-length portrait, painted in oil by Adèle Romany in 1806, is held at the National Gallery of Victoria. It depicts a gentleman standing in a landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is shown wearing formal attire, including a black coat with gold buttons and a white shirt with a high collar, holding a hat and a book. The setting is a landscape with a winding path, trees, a building, and a cloudy sky.
Technique & Style
The painting is executed in oil paint, a medium that allows for rich color and texture. The artist's use of oil paint captures the details of the subject's clothing and the landscape.
History & Provenance
Created in 1806 by Adèle Romany, the painting is now part of the National Gallery of Victoria's collection.
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