Peter Bours (1726-1762)
Joseph Blackburn
key Notes:
Portraiture, Rococo Elegance
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medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Peter Bours (1726-1762)" is a portrait painted by Joseph Blackburn, an English artist known for his work in the American colonies during the 18th century. The painting exemplifies Blackburn's skill in capturing the likeness and social status of his subjects, reflecting the cultural and economic dynamics of colonial America in the mid-18th century.
Description of the work:
"Peter Bours (1726-1762)" by Joseph Blackburn is a portrait that exemplifies the artist's skill in rendering lifelike features and textures, characterized by a warm color palette and meticulous attention to detail. The composition presents Bours in a three-quarter pose, adorned in contemporary attire, with a soft, atmospheric background that enhances the subject's prominence.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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