Who painted Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771)?

Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771) was painted by Allan Ramsay in 1747.

Where can I see Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771)?

Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771) is held by National Galleries Scotland.

What movement is Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771)?

Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771) is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771)

Allan Ramsay , 1747

Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond (1683 - 1771) is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Allan Ramsay. It dates from 1747 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1747 by Allan Ramsay, is a portrait of Sir John Inglis, 2nd Bart of Cramond. It is part of the collection at the Scottish National Gallery.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man with dark, curly hair wearing a reddish-brown coat. His serious expression and distant gaze convey a sense of contemplation.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro to create depth, illuminating the subject's face against a dark background. This technique emphasizes the subject's features, drawing the viewer's attention to his expression.