Artwork
Portrait of James Henry Cottingham (1762-1820)
Portrait of James Henry Cottingham (1762-1820) is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist Robert Home. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting is a portrait of James Henry Cottingham, created by Robert Home in 1794. It is part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Cottingham in formal attire, with short, light-colored hair, a black jacket, and white cravat. His pose, with one hand resting on a table, suggests a professional or dignified setting.
Technique & Style
The work is characteristic of the neoclassical style, with Home's use of oil paint adding depth and texture to the image. Home was a British portrait painter who also produced landscapes and historical scenes during his time in the Indian subcontinent.
History & Provenance
Robert Home, born in 1752, traveled to the Indian subcontinent in 1791, where he continued to work as a painter. The portrait was completed in 1794 and is now held in the National Gallery of Ireland.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Home (1752–1834) was a British oil portrait painter who travelled to the Indian subcontinent in 1791. During his travels he also painted historic scenes and landscapes.
