Joseph Black (1770)
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| Artist | David Martin (Scottish b.1737, d.1797) |
|---|---|
| Title | Joseph Black |
| Date | 1770 |
| Period | 18th century ; 1770s |
| Description | Half length portrait. The sitter is turned to the right but faces towards the spectator. His right hand rests upon a table. His coat is black and he wears a lace jabot. The ruddy complexion of his face contrasts with the very grey skintints of the hand. In the background is a red draped curtain. |
| Material | canvas (textile material)/textile materials/materials (substances) ; oil paint (paint)/paint (coating) |
| Dimensions | 76.2 x 62.23 cm |
| Type | Painting |
| Subject | M.D. Joseph Black (b.1728, d.1799) |
| Collection | Art Collection ; Object Lessons |
| Classification | oil paintings (visual works) ; paintings 1600-1800 ; portrait |
| Accession Number | EU0006 |