Portrait of Sir George Wright, 2nd Baronet (c.1770-1812)

Fagan employs chiaroscuro to create depth, allowing the figure to emerge from the surrounding foliage. The handling of the oil paint captures subtle textures in the clothing and the bark, while the landscape recedes in muted tones, reinforcing the three‑dimensionality of the scene.

The portrait was executed during Fagan’s long residence in Rome, where he combined artistic practice with diplomatic and archaeological pursuits. After changing hands over the nineteenth century, the painting entered the National Gallery of Ireland’s collection, where it remains accessible to the public.