Artwork

Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn (1692 -1749)

Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn (1692 -1749), by Unknown, oil, 1740
Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn (1692 -1749), by Unknown, oil, 1740

Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn (1692 -1749) is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales. The painting is an oil portrait of a man from the 18th century.

About this work

Overview

The painting is an oil portrait of a man from the 18th century.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, depicted with long, curly white hair and a serious expression, is dressed in formal attire, including a dark red velvet jacket and white ruffled shirt. The somber and dignified mood suggests the subject's social standing and character.

Technique & Style

The artist used a dark background to emphasize the subject's features, creating a sense of depth and focus on the figure. The use of oil paint allowed for detailed rendering of textures, such as the velvet jacket and ruffled shirt.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known