Artwork
The Artist's Brother (Henry Lauder, 1807 - 1827)
The Artist's Brother (Henry Lauder, 1807 - 1827) is an oil painting by Robert Scott Lauder. It dates from 1826 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created in 1826, is a portrait of Henry Lauder, the brother of Scottish artist Robert Scott Lauder. It is part of the collection at the Scottish National Gallery.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young man in formal attire, with a serious expression, gazing directly at the viewer. The simple beige background emphasizes the subject's features and attire, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, with the subject's face and clothing standing out against the background. This technique adds dimensionality to the portrait, drawing attention to the subject's features.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Scott Lauder (25 June 1803 – 21 April 1869) was a Scottish artist who described himself as a "historical painter". He was one of the original members of the Royal Scottish Academy.
'Thoughts too deep for tears'
Henry David Erskine, Twelfth Earl of Buchan
Margaritta MacDonald, Mrs Robert Scott Moncrieff (died 1824)
Hugh Percy, 3rd Duke of Northumberland
Laura Moubray, neé Hobson (born 1788)
Major William Clunes of Crakaig, died 1829
Hannah Wright (1775–1867) (niece of the artist)
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Self-Portrait in a Hat
John Philip Kemble (1757–1823), as Vicentio in 'Measure for Measure' by William Shakespeare, 1794
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