Artwork
Revd Thomas Price of Llanfihangel Cwmdu
Revd Thomas Price of Llanfihangel Cwmdu is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Charles Augustus Mornewick. It dates from 1846 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.
About this work
Overview
Charles Augustus Mornewick’s 1846 oil portrait presents the Reverend Thomas Price of Llanfihangel Cwmdu. The work is part of the National Library of Wales collection and portrays the clergyman in a formal, half‑length pose.
Subject & Meaning
The sitter, Thomas Price, appears with short, curly white hair and a solemn expression, suggesting his status as a respected religious figure. His attire—a black high‑collared coat over a white shirt—reinforces the dignified, modest character associated with his clerical role.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil on canvas, the painting employs a chiaroscuro effect: the figure’s face is illuminated against a dark, muted background, drawing attention to his features. The smooth brushwork typical of mid‑19th‑century portraiture gives the surface a refined finish.
History & Provenance
Created in 1846, the portrait has remained in Welsh institutional custody, ultimately entering the holdings of the National Library of Wales. Its provenance reflects the regional interest in documenting notable local clergy of the period.
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