Thomas Hollis III (1659-1731)

John Singleton Copley

Created:
Movement:
1771
Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture and Colonial Affluence.
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Dimensions:
50 x 40 1/4 in. (127 x 102 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Thomas Hollis III (1659-1731) by John Singleton Copley

The painting "Thomas Hollis III (1659-1731)" by John Singleton Copley, created in 1771, is an exemplary work of American portraiture from the colonial period. Copley, renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture the character of his sitters, was a leading portraitist in colonial America. This oil on canvas painting reflects Copley's skill in rendering textures and fabrics, which was a hallmark of his artistic style. The subject, Thomas Hollis III, was a notable benefactor of Harvard College, and his depiction by Copley underscores the importance of patronage in the arts during this era. Copley's work is significant for its contribution to the development of American art, bridging colonial and European influences. His portraits remain vital records of the social and cultural history of 18th-century America.

Description of the work:

Thomas Hollis III (1659-1731) by John Singleton Copley

Created in 1771, John Singleton Copley's "Thomas Hollis III (1659-1731)" is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies the artist's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the character of his subjects. The painting is part of the collection at the Harvard Art Museums, reflecting Copley's prominence in colonial American portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Thomas Hollis III (1659-1731)