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Ophavsret Dette værk er i det offentlige domæne. John Smibert døde i 1751; ophavsretten varer 70 år efter kunstnerens død, så den udløb i 1821.
I kontekst
Samuel Browne — John Smibert
Øverste række: årene. Nederste række: kunstnerens alder ved begyndelsen og slutningen af hver periode — 0 ved fødsel, 63 ved død.
Malet da kunstneren var 46 år gammel. Kunstneren blev 63 år gammel. 19 af de 28 daterede værker af denne kunstner i vores katalog er skabt tidligere.
Skyggelagt: John Smibert' livstid (1688–1751) ▲ dette værk, 1734 hvert dateret maleri, årti for årti
Første værker: frem til 1726 Primære arbejdsår: 1726–1734 Senere værker: fra 1734
Disse tre intervaller opdeler de værker i denne katalog, der er dateret, i et første kvartal, en midterste halvdel og et sidste kvartal. De udgør ikke kunstnerens samlede produktion: en tynd periode kan være et hul i dokumentationen snarere end en stille periode. De samme år, som kunstnerens liv er vævet ind i dem
Vælg et af de ovenstående værker: nævn to ting, det har til fælles med dette, og én ting, der er forskellig.
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Målt ud fra billedet
Primær farve
Phthalo Green #242221
Katalogiseret palet
Disse farver i kunstnerens samlede palet Find andre malerier efter farve
De ti førende lande
Find de tre mørkeste lande på kortet. Findes det museum, der opbevarer dette maleri, i et af dem? Skriv én grund på, hvorfor folk langt væk måske ville se på det.
Sammen udgør disse værker 99,7% af den samlede opmærksomhed, som denne kunstners malerier har modtaget i løbet af de sidste tolv måneder. Kataloget indeholder 36 værker af denne kunstner, hvoraf 9 er blevet set mindst én gang. Dette maleri er endnu ikke blevet vist i denne periode — det afslutter listen uden en rangering. Det samme gælder måned for måned
Søjlerne måler opmærksomhed, ikke kvalitet. Vælg værket øverst og dette her: nævn én ting, der kan gøre et maleri berømt udover selve det tekniske håndværk.
Kunstner og museum
Født i Edinburgh, Storbritannien
John Smibert stands as a monumental figure in the history of American art, recognized as the first academically trained artist to bring his refined skills to the Thirteen Colonies. Born in Edinburgh, his journey from a young apprentice in Scotland to a celebrated portraitist in the New World is a narrative of profound artistic migration. His early years were shaped by the practicalities of craft, having been apprenticed to a house painter and plasterer before moving to London. It was in the vibrant artistic atmosphere of London that Smibert truly began to refine his vision, working as a coach painter and copyist, eventually studying under the esteemed Sir Godfrey Kneller at the Great Queen Street Academy. This rigorous academic foundation provided him with the technical prowess that would later define his career.
His travels through Europe further enriched his aesthetic sensibilities. Between 1719 and 1722, Smibert journeyed to Italy, where he immersed himself in the study of the Old Masters. By copying works within the collection of the Grand Duke of Tuscany, he absorbed the nuances of light, shadow, and classical composition. This period of intense observation allowed him to develop a style characterized by meticulous detail and a masterful handling of chiaroscuro, creating portraits that possessed both physical accuracy and a deep, psychological resonance.
The trajectory of Smibert's life changed irrevocably when he was enticed by Bishop Berkeley to accompany him to America. While the ambitious plan to establish a college in Bermuda never came to fruition, the move led Smibert to settle in Boston, where he would leave an indelible mark on the colonial landscape. In this new setting, he became a cornerstone of the burgeoning American art scene, establishing a tradition of portraiture that would influence generations of artists, including his son, Nathaniel Smibert.
Smibert's work in Boston was marked by an ability to capture the dignity and social standing of his subjects. His portraits, such as those of Rev. Joseph Sewall and Richard Bill, are more than mere likenesses; they are carefully constructed studies of character and status. In these works, one can observe:
The use of rich colors and textures that convey the elegance of 18th-century attire.
A sophisticated command of light and shadow to imbue subjects with a sense of realism and depth.
A balanced composition that often utilizes subtle gestures and background elements to suggest the subject's social position and inner contemplation.
One of his most influential achievements remains Dean George Berkeley and His Entourage, also known as The Bermuda Group. This painting serves as a vital historical document, capturing a specific moment of colonial ambition and the interconnectedness of the Atlantic world. Through his brush, Smibert did not merely paint faces; he captured the very essence of an era, bridging the gap between European academic tradition and the emerging identity of colonial America.
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Samuel Browne — John Smibert
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