Uvedale Tomkyns Price (1685–1764) and Members of His Family

Bartholomew Dandridge

Created:
Movement:
1733
Rococo
key Notes:
Family Portraiture, Eighteenth-Century British Aristocracy
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Dimensions:
40 1/4 x 62 1/2 in. (102.2 x 158.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Bartholomew Dandridge: "Uvedale Tomkyns Price (1685–1764) and Members of His Family"

The painting "Uvedale Tomkyns Price (1685–1764) and Members of His Family," created in 1733 by Bartholomew Dandridge, is an exemplary work of British portraiture from the early 18th century. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece captures the social status and familial bonds of the Price family, reflecting the period's emphasis on lineage and heritage. Dandridge, an English portrait painter, was known for his ability to convey the character and stature of his subjects, often working with the British gentry and aristocracy. His work is characterized by a refined elegance and attention to detail, which is evident in the rendering of the figures' attire and expressions. This painting not only serves as a historical document of the Price family but also exemplifies the stylistic tendencies of portraiture during the Georgian era. Dandridge's contributions to art are significant in understanding the evolution of portrait painting in Britain during the 18th century.

Description of the work:

The painting "Uvedale Tomkyns Price (1685–1764) and Members of His Family" by Bartholomew Dandridge, created in 1733, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the Rococo style with its emphasis on elegance and detailed portrayal of the subjects' attire and expressions. The artwork captures a family portrait, showcasing the social status and familial bonds of the Price family during the 18th century.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Uvedale Tomkyns Price (1685–1764) and Members of His Family