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Mr and Mrs Richard Bull and family, 1730-80 (oil on canvas)
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Mr and Mrs Richard Bull and family, 1730-80 (oil on canvas)
HMP394696 Mr and Mrs Richard Bull and family, 1730-80 (oil on canvas) by Devis, Arthur (1712-87); 67x54 cm; Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire, UK; eHarris Museum and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23490288
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Grandmother Mantelpiece Mother In Law Siblings Parents
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Mr and Mrs Richard Bull and family, 1730-80
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Arthur Devis that offers a glimpse into the lives of an affluent Georgian family. The composition showcases the Bull family in their elegant home, with each member carefully positioned to convey their roles within the household. The central figures are Mr and Mrs Richard Bull, who exude confidence and poise as they stand side by side. Mrs Bull wears a fashionable bonnet and a stylish dress, while her husband dons formal attire befitting his status. Their children surround them - a son stands proudly beside his father, mirroring his posture, while their daughter sits gracefully at her mother's feet. This intimate portrait also includes other important members of the family unit. A grandmother sits comfortably in an armchair near the mantelpiece, symbolizing wisdom and experience. The presence of parents-in-law suggests strong familial ties and support networks. Devis skillfully captures not only individual likenesses but also the dynamics between family members through subtle gestures and expressions. The warm color palette adds to the overall sense of domestic harmony depicted in this masterpiece. Displayed at Harris Museum and Art Gallery in Preston, Lancashire, UK, this painting serves as both an artistic treasure from English history and a testament to enduring love within families across generations.
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