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Batoni - Mrs Robert Sandilands J900217
Filename: J900217.jpg
Size: 3813 x 4582 (16.6MB)
Date: 7th October 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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Batoni - Mrs Robert Sandilands J900217
KENWOOD HOUSE, London. " Mrs Robert Sandilands" 1781 by BATONI, Pompeo (1708-1787)
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning painting, titled "Mrs. Robert Sandilands," is a masterpiece by the Italian artist Pompeo Batoni, created in 1781. The portrait captures the elegance and sophistication of the Georgian era in England. Mrs. Sandilands, whose identity is not definitively known, is depicted in a grand setting, reclining on an ornate chair, dressed in the latest fashionable attire of the time. Her expression is serene and confident, as if she is fully aware of her beauty and the power it holds. Batoni was a renowned portrait painter of the 18th century, known for his ability to capture the likeness and personality of his subjects. In this painting, he expertly balances the formal elements of the portrait, such as the rich fabrics and intricate details of the chair, with the naturalness of his subject's expression and pose. The painting is currently housed at Kenwood House in London, a historic mansion that was once the home of the 1st Earl of Mansfield. The house is now in the care of English Heritage, and the painting is part of the extensive collection of art and historical artifacts that can be found there. The painting is a testament to the artistic and cultural heritage of the Georgian era in England, a time of great social and political change. It also serves as a reminder of the enduring beauty and power of art to capture the essence of a moment in history and preserve it for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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