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Thomas Sully's mest kendte værk er Queen Victoria (1838). Du kan finde det på Wallace Collection i London. Næste på listen er Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), LL.D. 1786 (1823) og George Washington (1840). Vi har 437 værker af Thomas Sully i vores katalog; denne guide udvælger de 100 mest kendte, inklusiv årstal, museum og historien bag hvert værk.
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Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), LL.D. 1786
Thomas Jefferson steps from the shadows of a doorway into a soft, overcast light. He is captured in a moment of transition, moving toward an outdoor setting that remains indistinct and atmospheric. His gaze is directed slightly upward and away, suggesting a mind preoccupied with matters beyond the immediate frame. He wears a long, dark purple or plum-colored coat with wide cuffs, a garment that holds its form through heavy,…
George Washington
Thomas Sully rendered this portrait of George Washington in 1840. Executed in oil on canvas, the work captures the likeness of the American leader with a focus on formal dignity. The portrait belongs to the tradition of nineteenth-century American portraiture, reflecting the era's emphasis on character and status.
Dr. Edward Hudson
Thomas Sully’s “Mrs. Edward Hudson,” completed in 1814, stands as an emblem of the Victorian era's fascination with portraiture and its celebration of aristocratic status. More than just a likeness of Dr. Edward Hudson—a prominent physician and influential figure within London society—the painting embodies the ideals of refinement, intellect, and moral virtue that defined the period’s artistic sensibilities.
Child Asleep (The Rosebud)
In the quietude of Thomas Sully’s 1841 masterpiece, Child Asleep (The Rosebud), we find more than a mere depiction of infancy; we encounter a profound meditation on innocence and the ephemeral nature of beauty. This exquisite oil on canvas serves as a cornerstone of American Romanticism, capturing a moment of absolute tranquility that seems to suspend time itself. The painting presents a serene tableau where a sleeping infant rests upon…
The Coleman Sisters
Thomas Sully’s “The Coleman Sisters,” painted in 1844, is more than just a portrait; it's a carefully constructed tableau of Victorian elegance imbued with an undercurrent of melancholic beauty. The painting depicts three young women – likely sisters – posed before a simple wall backdrop, their postures and expressions hinting at both composure and a quiet introspection that speaks volumes about the era’s societal expectations for women.
William B. Wood as "Charles de Moor"
In this oil painting from 1810, we find ourselves drawn into a dramatic landscape at the edge of day. The composition centers on a reclining figure, William B. Wood, portrayed here through the persona of "Charles de Moor." He rests within a rugged terrain, his arm outstretched toward the left, guiding our gaze across the scene. There is a certain tension in his pose, an energy that suggests a narrative…
Thomas Sully
The Painter in the Shadows A young man gazes out from the canvas, his eyes meeting the viewer with a calm, contemplative stillness. He sits amidst the tools of his trade, the blurred shapes of a palette and paintbrushes resting in the foreground, hinting at a life lived through the application of pigment. The light falls heavily upon one side of his face, a technique of deep shadows and bright…
Colonel Samuel Boyer Davis
Colonel Samuel Boyer Davis is rendered in a full-length, vertical composition that emphasizes his military authority. He stands with a slight, dynamic tilt, positioned off-center against an atmospheric backdrop of swirling grey and beige clouds. This setting suggests the smoke and dust of a battlefield, providing a somber environment for the subject. The lighting, originating from the upper left, casts subtle shadows across his face and body, creating a sense…
Eliza Melville Young McAllister (Mrs. John McAllister, Jr.) (1790-1853)
The air in the room feels still, held in a quiet suspension as Eliza Melville Young McAllister meets the viewer's gaze. She sits with a poise that suggests a life of quiet refinement, her expression composed and steady. The light, soft and directional, spills from the upper left, brushing against the pale curve of her cheek and the delicate, translucent lace of her headpiece. This illumination creates a gentle depth,…
Nummer 11 til 100: flere Thomas Sully malerier
Thomas Sullys malerier, periode for periode
Early Period
1807 – 1811 · 5 værker på denne listeMature Period
1810 – 1854 · 33 værker på denne listeLate Period
1848 – 1866 · 3 værker på denne listeHvad Thomas Sully har malet mest af
De fire motiver, der optræder hyppigst i disse værker, hver med sit mest kendte eksempel.
Man 18 værker
Portrait 17 værker
Woman 10 værker
Portraiture 7 værker
Hvor du kan se Thomas Sully's malerier
De 8 museer, der rummer flest af malerierne på denne side.
| Museum | By | Værker af Thomas Sully | Malerier fra denne liste |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 23 | George Washington, Child Asleep (The Rosebud), John Finley | |
| Washington | 22 | The Coleman Sisters, William B. Wood as "Charles de Moor", John Quincy Adams | |
| Washington, D.C. | 6 | Thomas Sully, John Sergeant, Thomas Ash II | |
| Philadelphia | 8 | George Frederick Cooke as Richard III, Elizabeth Willing Jackson, Frances Anne Kemble as Beatrice | |
| Boston | 7 | John Myers, Mrs. Joseph Rotch (Anne Smith), Victor René Value and His Daughter Charlotte | |
| New Haven | 4 | Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), LL.D. 1786, Lester Wallach (1820-1888), Elizabeth Cook (Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Bache) as The Country Girl | |
| Cincinnati | 4 | Portia, Merchant of Venice (Recto) / Sketch of a Woman's Head (Verso), William Alston | |
| Dallas | 3 | Mary Harvey, Mrs. Paul Beck, Jr., Portrait of Mrs. George H. Crossman |
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Thomas Ash II
This oil portrait, executed in 1807, presents a bust-length view of Thomas Ash II. The subject is positioned slightly off-center, facing toward the left while his gaze is directed toward the viewer. He is depicted with a white cravat that provides a sharp tonal contrast against the darker elements of his attire and the background. The lighting originates from the upper left, casting shadows along the right side of his…
Dr. Edward Hudson
Thomas Sully’s “Mrs. Edward Hudson,” completed in 1814, stands as an emblem of the Victorian era's fascination with portraiture and its celebration of aristocratic status. More than just a likeness of Dr. Edward Hudson—a prominent physician and influential figure within London society—the painting embodies the ideals of refinement, intellect, and moral virtue that defined the period’s artistic sensibilities.
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), LL.D. 1786
Thomas Jefferson steps from the shadows of a doorway into a soft, overcast light. He is captured in a moment of transition, moving toward an outdoor setting that remains indistinct and atmospheric. His gaze is directed slightly upward and away, suggesting a mind preoccupied with matters beyond the immediate frame. He wears a long, dark purple or plum-colored coat with wide cuffs, a garment that holds its form through heavy,…
George Washington
Thomas Sully rendered this portrait of George Washington in 1840. Executed in oil on canvas, the work captures the likeness of the American leader with a focus on formal dignity. The portrait belongs to the tradition of nineteenth-century American portraiture, reflecting the era's emphasis on character and status.
Thomas Heyward, Jr.
Thomas Sully presents a portrait of Thomas Heyward, Jr., executed about 1854. The work features a single male figure, rendered with the technical precision characteristic of the American portrait painter. Sully, who was born in Great Britain and spent much of his career in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was a prominent figure in nineteenth-century American art.
Mischief (Girl's Head)
Thomas Sully executed Mischief (Girl's Head) in 1866. This oil on canvas painting belongs to the artist's later period, capturing a specific moment of youthful curiosity through a focused, intimate lens.
Thomas Sully: hurtige svar om malerierne
Hvad er Thomas Sullys mest kendte maleri?Se svaret
Øverst på listen er Queen Victoria (1838), Wallace Collection, London. Lige efter kommer: Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), LL.D. 1786 (1823) og George Washington (1840).
Hvor gammel var Thomas Sully, da Queen Victoria blev skabt?Se svaret
55 år gammel. Thomas Sully blev født i 1783, og Queen Victoria er fra 1838.
Hvad er Thomas Sullys top 10 malerier?Se svaret
Queen Victoria, Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), LL.D. 1786, George Washington, Dr. Edward Hudson, Child Asleep (The Rosebud), The Coleman Sisters, William B. Wood as "Charles de Moor", Thomas Sully, Colonel Samuel Boyer Davis og Eliza Melville Young McAllister (Mrs. John McAllister, Jr.) (1790-1853). Du finder årstallet og museet for hver af dem i listen ovenfor.
Hvor mange værker af Thomas Sully er i din katalog?Se svaret
Vi har 437 værker af Thomas Sully i vores katalog, dateret fra 1802 til 1866.
I hvilke museer kan man se Thomas Sullys berømte værker?Se svaret
Du finder de fleste af dem i Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York), National Gallery of Art (Washington) og National Portrait Gallery (Washington, D.C.). Listen over museer ovenfor giver en fuldstændig oversigt.
Hvornår skabte Thomas Sully sine mest berømte værker?Se svaret
I 1810s, mere end på andre tidspunkter: 25 af de 100 værker på denne side stammer fra dengang, herunder Dr. Edward Hudson.
Hvad er Thomas Sullys første og sidste berømte værker?Se svaret
Det tidligste værk her er Mrs. Thomas Sully (Sarah Annis) (1802); det nyeste er Mischief (Girl's Head) (1866).
Hvilke motiver malede Thomas Sully oftest?Se svaret
Man (18), Portrait (17) og Woman (10) ud af i alt 100 værker på denne side.
Hvilket medie optræder hyppigst i Thomas Sully's malerier?Se svaret
Oil On Canvas, anvendt i 32 af de 100 værker på denne side.
Hvilken stil eller retning er Thomas Sully kendt for?Se svaret
Romanticism og Neoclassicism, som du kan se i værkerne på denne side.
Hvilke berømte malerier af Thomas Sully findes på Metropolitan Museum of Art?Se svaret
Du kan se 11 af værkerne på denne side på Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, herunder George Washington, Child Asleep (The Rosebud) og John Finley.
Hvor kan jeg bestille en Thomas Sully reproduktion?Se svaret
Ja. Hvert maleri på denne side er tilgængeligt som en håndmalet oliereproduktion eller som et print i den størrelse, der passer dig. Åbn blot maleriets side for at bestille.