The following offerings for this Monday series come from my visit to Duff House, which is home to several items on loan from the National Galleries of Scotland. This first one is by the artist John Shackleton, about whom so little is known, only his date of death is certain... 16th March, 1767. What is also established is that he gained the position of
Principal Painter in Ordinary to George 2nd and, subsequently, George 3rd.
My photograph is a little unclear due to the lighting in the room. Add to that my proximity to ground level and the height of the item... but I did want to show the ornate framing with the crown on top. So here is George 2nd making a pose that must surely have become quite excruciating! To see a better rendition of the actual work, you can
click here.
Interesting that John Shackleton served two kings! George 2nd seems to have put on quite a bit of an effort!
ReplyDeletethe frame is wonderful and it fits perfect... that is real art...
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous portrait!
ReplyDeleteGreat painting and the frame is lovely. Take care, enjoy your day and the week ahead.
ReplyDeleteHe could fit right into a pride parade with style and panache!
ReplyDeleteHi Yam - you've made a pretty good photo here ... amazing frame - and as you say interesting stance. Interesting - thanks for sharing - cheers Hilary
ReplyDeletethe frame is awesome, and wow look at thos legs with matching pants and boots. Just glad Bob doesn't dress like this, ha ha... yes, I am thinking he was really tired after that sitting, or make that standing? I think you did a super job of taking the photo
ReplyDeleteI agree that is a gorgeous photo. I tell you one thing after seeing all the clothes they wore back then they best be glad they didn't have senior wellness exams. Cause when I have mine they weigh me and I take off every piece of clothing I can (while remaining decently clothed) before I step on the scales.
ReplyDeleteHugs Cecilia
Looks amazing, great art work
ReplyDeleteWow! That is a very detailed frame....and a very interesting outfit (that may look a bit like someone's curtains LOL).
ReplyDeleteWhat a great portrait and a stunning frame fit for a king.
ReplyDeleteSo dreary the scene in the first (two).
ReplyDeleteI totally understand why you grabbed the crown. These are excellent.
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