Susannah or Mary Bontecou
1768
90.0 x 70.0 cm
Музей Метрополитен
John Durand (? – ?)
John Durand (active 1765-1782) was a colonial American portraitist known for his depictions of elite families in New York & Virginia. His precise style captured likenesses during the Revolutionary era, bridging British traditions with emerging American identity.
Музей Метрополитен (New York, United States of America)
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Durand wished to paint historical subjects but settled for portraits, advertising that “his humble attempts, in which his best Endeavours will not be wanting, will meet with Acceptance, and give satisfaction.” This portrait most likely portrays Susannah, the wife of Peter Bontecou, who was also painted by Durand. It may, though, be a portrait of his sister, Mary.
Об этом произведении
- Название: Susannah or Mary Bontecou
- Художник: John Durand
- Год: 1768
- Размер оригинала: 90.0 x 70.0 cm
- Формат: Portrait
- Правовой статус: Объект авторского права
- Местонахождение: Музей Метрополитен
- Основной цвет: Putty
- Цветовой тон: Green to Violet Spectrum