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DiaporamaThe Grandchildren of Sir William Heathcote, 3rd Baronet
140.0 x 172.0 cm
Owen was a contemporary and rival of Sir Thomas Lawrence. The Heathcote portrait employs an unusual conceit, showing the grandchildren of a wealthy baronet dressed as cottage children. The sheaves of wheat allude to the harvest. The painting, exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1806, is one of nearly a dozen portraits executed by the artist for members of Sir William"s family.
william owen (1769 – 1825)
William Owen (1769-1825) was a celebrated English portrait painter known for his refined depictions of British society, including prominent figures like William Pitt the Younger. Explore his Royal Academy works & legacy.
About this artwork
- Title: The Grandchildren of Sir William Heathcote, 3rd Baronet
- Artist: william owen
- Original dimensions: 140.0 x 172.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Color palette: Earthy
- Color hue: Green Spectrum
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