Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775/76–1817) and Her Son (Charles Brinsley Sheridan, 1796–1843)

John Hoppner

Created:
Movement:
1810
Romanticism
key Notes:
Maternal Elegance, Neoclassical Portraiture
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Dimensions:
93 3/4 x 59 in. (238.1 x 149.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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John Hoppner's "Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan and Her Son"

The painting "Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775/76–1817) and Her Son (Charles Brinsley Sheridan, 1796–1843)" was created by John Hoppner in 1810 using oil on canvas. Hoppner, a prominent British portraitist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, was known for his ability to capture the elegance and grace of his sitters, often members of the British aristocracy. This work exemplifies his skill in rendering texture and light, particularly in the depiction of fabric and skin tones. The painting holds historical significance as it portrays Hester Jane Ogle, the wife of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, a notable playwright and politician, alongside their son. Hoppner's portraits are celebrated for their refined style and have contributed significantly to the visual documentation of British high society during the Regency era. His works remain influential in the study of portraiture, offering insights into the fashion and social dynamics of his time.

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Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan and Her Son by John Hoppner

John Hoppner's 1810 oil on canvas painting, "Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775/76–1817) and Her Son (Charles Brinsley Sheridan, 1796–1843)," exemplifies the refined elegance and soft brushwork characteristic of British portraiture in the early 19th century. The artwork captures the serene maternal bond between Hester Jane Ogle and her son, rendered with a delicate attention to detail and a harmonious color palette.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (Hester Jane Ogle, 1775/76–1817) and Her Son (Charles Brinsley Sheridan, 1796–1843)