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The Reverend Nicholas Tindal, c.1726-44 (oil on canvas)
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The Reverend Nicholas Tindal, c.1726-44 (oil on canvas)
7337814 The Reverend Nicholas Tindal, c.1726-44 (oil on canvas) by Knapton, George (1698-1778); 127x101.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: George Knapton
A three-quarter-length portrait, seated to the left and facing the right. He wears a gown, undershirt and the turban cap of a gentleman in informal dress, without his wig, and holds a book on his knees. Tindal was chaplain to Sir Charles Wager in the Baltic in 1726. At this time he also published the first of fifteen volumes of his translation of Rapin's History of England'. This is denoted by the book that he holds and those on the shelves in the background to the right. He was later Chaplain to Greenwich Hospital.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This portrait captures the essence of The Reverend Nicholas Tindal, a man of intellect and influence in the 18th century. Painted by George Knapton, Tindal is depicted in a three-quarter-length pose, seated with an air of scholarly elegance. His attire reflects his status as a gentleman, wearing a gown and turban cap without his wig.
The book resting on Tindal's knees symbolizes his dedication to knowledge and learning. As chaplain to Sir Charles Wager in the Baltic and later at Greenwich Hospital, Tindal was not only a man of faith but also a historian and translator. His translation work on Rapin's 'History of England' is highlighted by the books on the shelves behind him.
The artist has captured Tindal's thoughtful expression and dignified demeanor with remarkable skill, bringing this historical figure to life through paint on canvas. This portrait serves as a window into the past, offering us a glimpse into the world of 18th-century Britain and the intellectual pursuits that shaped it.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this painting stands as a testament to Tindal's legacy as both a clergyman and scholar. It is not just an image frozen in time but a reflection of one man's contribution to history.
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