Lieutenant Colonel Paul Pechell (1724–1800)

Thomas Gainsborough

Created:
Movement:
1788
Rococo
key Notes:
Military Portraiture, Eighteenth-Century Elegance
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Dimensions:
30 1/8 x 25 1/8 in. (76.5 x 63.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Lieutenant Colonel Paul Pechell (1724–1800) by Thomas Gainsborough

The painting "Lieutenant Colonel Paul Pechell (1724–1800)" was created by Thomas Gainsborough in 1788 using oil on canvas. This portrait exemplifies Gainsborough's skill in capturing the character and status of his sitters, a hallmark of his portraiture work. Gainsborough, a leading portrait and landscape painter of 18th-century Britain, was known for his innovative use of color and light, which is evident in this work. The painting not only reflects the military prominence of Lieutenant Colonel Paul Pechell but also serves as a testament to Gainsborough's ability to convey the dignity and poise of his subjects. Gainsborough's contributions to portraiture have had a lasting impact on the genre, influencing subsequent generations of artists. His works remain celebrated for their elegance and the insightful portrayal of the British elite during his time.

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Lieutenant Colonel Paul Pechell (1724–1800) by Thomas Gainsborough

This 1788 oil on canvas by Thomas Gainsborough depicts Lieutenant Colonel Paul Pechell in a refined and elegant style characteristic of Gainsborough's portraiture, emphasizing the sitter's status and demeanor. The painting is noted for its fluid brushwork and subtle use of color, typical of Gainsborough's mature period, and is part of the collection at the National Gallery, London.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Lieutenant Colonel Paul Pechell (1724–1800)