Neoclassicism

Arnold (Thomas Phillips)

Thomas Phillips (1770–1845) made Arnold. It belongs to the Neoclassicism movement. It is kept at National Portrait Gallery in London, United Kingdom.

Arnold by Thomas Phillips, National Portrait Gallery
Arnold by Thomas Phillips, National Portrait Gallery. Public domain.

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Arnold: the essentials

Title
Arnold
Artist
Thomas Phillips (1770–1845)
Artist born in
Dudley, United Kingdom
Where to see it
National Portrait Gallery, London, United Kingdom
Subject
portrait, clergy, religion, neoclassicism, reading, scholarship

Which museum holds Arnold?

National Portrait Gallery

London, United Kingdom

Origins and History of the National Portrait Gallery The National Portrait Gallery was established in 1856, conceived as a grand statement of national pride. It holds the distinction of being arguably the first national public gallery in the world dedicated specifically to portraits. While the institution was founded in the mid-19th century, the official opening of the museum took place on January 15, 1859.

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Questions about Arnold

What is the format of "Arnold"?

The format of "Arnold" is portrait. This is useful when planning where a reproduction will be placed.

Where does "Arnold" fall in Thomas Phillips's career?

Within Thomas Phillips's career, "Arnold" falls in the Mature Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.

What level of contrast does "Arnold" by Thomas Phillips show?

"Arnold" by Thomas Phillips shows a balanced contrast between its light and dark areas.

Where can I see the original "Arnold" by Thomas Phillips?

You can see the original "Arnold" at the National Portrait Gallery, London, United Kingdom.

What luminance does "Arnold" by Thomas Phillips have?

The colors of "Arnold" show a dark luminance.

How strong are the colors of "Arnold"?

The colors of "Arnold" by Thomas Phillips show a muted saturation with a monochromatic intensity.

Can I watch "Arnold" as a full-screen slideshow?

The diaporama of "Arnold" can be watched on the artwork's Diaporama page.

Can I use augmented reality to see "Arnold" by Thomas Phillips in my room?

The AR Preview page of "Arnold" by Thomas Phillips uses augmented reality to show the artwork in your own space, on a compatible device.

How do movement and era meet in "Arnold" by Thomas Phillips?

"Arnold" belongs to the Neoclassicism movement, and its creator worked in the 19th-Century era.

About the artist, Thomas Phillips

Thomas Phillips

1770–1845, United Kingdom

Thomas Phillips

Early Life and Artistic Foundations Thomas Phillips, born in Dudley, Worcestershire, in 1770, emerged from relatively modest beginnings to become a prominent figure in the British art scene of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His initial artistic training wasn’t within the traditional confines of painting, but rather in the craft of glass-painting under Francis Eginton in Birmingham. This foundational experience instilled in him a meticulous attention to detail and an understanding of color and light that would later characterize his portraiture. A pivotal moment arrived in 1790 when Phillips journeyed to London, armed with an introduction to Benjamin West, a leading artist of the time and a key figure in the Royal Academy.

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