Who painted Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864)?

Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864) was painted by Henry Raeburn in 1814.

Where can I see Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864)?

Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864) is held by Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

What movement is Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864)?

Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864) is associated with British Romanticism.

Artwork

Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864)

Henry Raeburn , 1814

Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864) is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Henry Raeburn. It dates from 1814 and is held in the collection of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

About this work

Overview

Painted in 1814 by Henry Raeburn, this oil-on-canvas portrait depicts Mrs William Urquhart, a member of Edinburgh society, in a style characteristic of British Romanticism.

Subject & Meaning

Mrs William Urquhart (c.1796–1864), from Raeburn’s native Edinburgh, is portrayed with a calm, contemplative expression, her gaze directed away from the viewer, conveying a sense of introspection.

Technique & Style

Raeburn employs gentle brushstrokes to render the textures of the subject’s white dress and shawl. Soft lighting and chiaroscuro create depth, with strong contrasts between light and dark areas.

History & Provenance

The portrait is part of the collection at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Raeburn later became Portrait Painter to King George IV in Scotland, reflecting his esteemed position in Scottish artistic circles.

Artist & collection

Artist

Henry Raeburn

Sir Henry Raeburn (; 4 March 1756 – 8 July 1823) was a Scottish portrait painter. He served as Portrait Painter to King George IV in Scotland.

Museum

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

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