William Durning (1751–1831)
In this circular portrait, we are invited into the private space of William Durning. The composition is intimate, focusing entirely on the man’s presence against a dark, receding background. He is depicted in middle age, his fair skin and light brown hair neatly arranged, looking directly at us with a gaze that is both steady and thoughtful. There is a certain weight to his expression, a subtle furrowing of the…






