Who painted Portrait of John Greenwood [senior]?

Portrait of John Greenwood [senior] was painted by Lemuel Francis Abbott in 1791.

Where can I see Portrait of John Greenwood [senior]?

Portrait of John Greenwood [senior] is held by Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

What movement is Portrait of John Greenwood [senior]?

Portrait of John Greenwood [senior] is associated with Neoclassicism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of John Greenwood [senior]?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of John Greenwood [senior] are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of John Greenwood [senior]

Lemuel Francis Abbott , 1791

Portrait of John Greenwood [senior] is an unspecified painting by the Neoclassicist artist Lemuel Francis Abbott. It dates from 1791 and is held in the collection of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

About this work

Overview

Lemuel Francis Abbott's Portrait of John Greenwood [senior] is a late 18th-century painting held by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts John Greenwood, shown with a serious expression and direct gaze. He is dressed in a dark jacket and white shirt with a red collar, his white hair styled neatly.

Technique & Style

Abbott's work is characteristic of the neoclassical period, with a focus on realistic portraiture. The dark background, subtly nuanced with red, provides a somber contrast to the subject's attire.

History & Provenance

Painted around 1791, the work is representative of Abbott's oeuvre, which includes portraits of naval officers and literary figures.