Artwork

Portrait of Charles Tottenham in his Boots

Portrait of Charles Tottenham in his Boots, by James Latham, oil, 1731
Portrait of Charles Tottenham in his Boots, by James Latham, oil, 1731

Portrait of Charles Tottenham in his Boots is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist James Latham. It dates from 1731 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Charles Tottenham in his Boots is an oil painting created by James Latham in 1731, currently held at the National Gallery of Ireland.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Charles Tottenham standing formally, wearing a blue coat and red vest, with a black hat in hand and a tan pouch on his shoulder. A small white dog sits beside him, gazing upwards. The subject's attire and confident stance convey a sense of dignity and status.

Technique & Style

The artist has rendered the subject's formal attire and the surrounding elements, including a column and the dog, in a detailed and realistic manner, characteristic of Latham's style.

Artist & collection

Portrait of James Latham

Artist

James Latham

James Latham (1696–1747) was an artist.