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Portrait of Unknown Man, formerly known as Sir William Temple

Richard Gibson , 1662

Portrait of Unknown Man, formerly known as Sir William Temple, by Richard Gibson, unspecified, 1662
Portrait of Unknown Man, formerly known as Sir William Temple, by Richard Gibson, unspecified, 1662

Portrait of Unknown Man, formerly known as Sir William Temple is an unspecified painting by Richard Gibson. It dates from 1662 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Unknown Man, formerly known as Sir William Temple is a painting by Richard Gibson, an English artist known for his miniatures, created around 1662.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man with curly red hair and a neutral expression, shown from the chest up against a muted red-brown background. His gaze is directed outward, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

The subject wears a dark jacket and white collar, subtly contrasted with the background. Gibson's use of color and composition creates a serene atmosphere, drawing attention to the subject's introspective mood.

History & Provenance

The painting is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum. It was previously identified as Sir William Temple, but the subject's true identity is now unknown.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Richard Gibson

Artist

Richard Gibson

Richard Gibson (1615 – 23 July 1690), known as "Dwarf Gibson", was an English painter of portrait miniatures and a court dwarf in England during the reigns of Charles I, Oliver Cromwell, Charles II, and William III and Mary II.

Nationalmuseum

Museum

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