Matthew Prior
Neoclassicism
127.0 x 103.0 cm
Jonathan Richardson the Elder (1667 – 1745)
Jonathan Richardson the Elder (1667-1745) was a leading English portrait painter, influential art theorist & collector. His 'Essay on Painting' inspired Reynolds. Discover his portraits, drawings & legacy.
About this artwork
- Title: Matthew Prior
- Artist: Jonathan Richardson the Elder
- Original dimensions: 127.0 x 103.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Neoclassicism
- Corpus context: royal patronage , classical ideals
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: dark background art , classical portrait art , elegant portrait art
- Color hue: Amber to Saffron