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Reynolds - Master Philip Yorke J910491
KENWOOD HOUSE, THE IVEAGH BEQUEST, London. " Master Philip Yorke, later Viscount Royston " 1787 by REYNOLDS Sir Joshua (1723-92). Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 558846
Filename: J910491.jpg
Size: 3736 x 4676 (25.1MB)
Date: 24th September 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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This stunning portrait captures the elegance and sophistication of Master Philip Yorke, later Viscount Royston, painted by the renowned artist Sir Joshua Reynolds in 1787. The young gentleman is depicted in a refined setting, wearing fashionable Georgian attire and holding a leash in his hand, leading a graceful dog. The dog, with its sleek coat and attentive expression, complements the elegant composition of the painting. Reynolds, a leading figure of the English art scene, expertly captures the likeness and character of his subject. The artist's mastery of light and shadow, as well as his skill in depicting textures, are evident in the intricate details of the sitter's clothing and the dog's fur. The painting is part of the Iveagh Bequest, a collection of artworks and historical items bequeathed to the nation by the 2nd Earl of Iveagh in 1956. It is now on display at Kenwood House in London, a historic mansion and art gallery set in beautiful gardens overlooking Hampstead Heath. The house and its collection are maintained by English Heritage, now known as Historic England, which preserves and promotes England's historic and cultural heritage for present and future generations. This portrait is a testament to the artistic and historical significance of the Georgian period and the enduring legacy of Sir Joshua Reynolds. It invites us to appreciate the beauty of the past and the timeless artistry of one of England's greatest painters.
