Artwork
Mr. Apperley ("Nimrod")
Mr. Apperley ("Nimrod") is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Daniel Maclise. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This pencil drawing by Daniel Maclise is a portrait of a young man identified as C.J. Apperley, also known as 'Nimrod'. The work is part of a larger collection of sketches and drawings.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted in a formal outfit, complete with top hat, tail coat, and boots, carrying a cane and a rolled-up item. The nickname 'Nimrod' may allude to the subject's character or interests, but its specific significance is unclear.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed in a loose and rapid style, with subtle shading used to convey the folds in the subject's clothing. The artist's use of pencil allows for a range of tonal values and textures.
History & Provenance
The drawing is one of 390 sketches and drawings housed in a collection featuring works by Maclise and seven other artists. The collection includes portraits of notable literary and public figures.
Artist & collection
Artist
Daniel Maclise (25 January 1806 – 25 April 1870) was an Irish history painter, literary and portrait painter, and illustrator, who worked for most of his life in London, England.
