Artwork

Robert Jones, Apothecary and Surgeon, Denbigh

Robert Jones, Apothecary and Surgeon, Denbigh, by Unknown, oil, 1796
Robert Jones, Apothecary and Surgeon, Denbigh, by Unknown, oil, 1796

Robert Jones, Apothecary and Surgeon, Denbigh is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Unknown. It dates from 1796 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales. This 18th-century portrait is executed in oil paint and depicts a man in a formal attire.

About this work

The overall mood of the painting is somber, which may reflect the personality of the subject or the artist's intention.

This painting is a portrait of a man with white hair, wearing a black jacket and white shirt. The background is dark, which helps the subject stand out. The man's face is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. His hair is styled in a way that was common during the 18th century. The overall mood of the painting is somber, which may reflect the personality of the subject or the artist's intention. The painting appears to be an example of a traditional portrait from the 18th century.

Overview

This 18th-century portrait is executed in oil paint and depicts a man in a formal attire.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, likely Robert Jones, is shown with a serious expression, gazing directly at the viewer. His white hair is styled in a manner typical of the period, and he wears a black jacket over a white shirt, set against a dark background that accentuates his features.

Technique & Style

The artist employs a traditional portrait style, characteristic of 18th-century painting, with a focus on realism and attention to detail in the subject's attire and facial expression.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known