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Portrait of Lord Rockingham (1730-82) and Edmund Burke (1729-97) c. 1766 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Lord Rockingham (1730-82) and Edmund Burke (1729-97) c. 1766 (oil on canvas)
FIT69661 Portrait of Lord Rockingham (1730-82) and Edmund Burke (1729-97) c.1766 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 145.4x159.1 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23347518
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Conversation Piece Friend Joint Unfinished
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This portrait print showcases the unfinished masterpiece by Joshua Reynolds, titled "Portrait of Lord Rockingham and Edmund Burke". Painted around 1766, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 145.4x159.1 cm and is currently housed at the prestigious Fitzwilliam Museum in the University of Cambridge, UK. The painting depicts two influential figures from the Georgian era - Lord Rockingham (1730-82) and Edmund Burke (1729-97). Both men were prominent statesmen and politicians of their time. In this conversation piece, they are portrayed seated together in a three-quarter length composition, engaged in deep discussion. Reynolds skillfully captures their friendship and intellectual connection through his masterful brushwork. The artist's attention to detail brings out the distinct personalities of these historical figures; Rockingham exudes authority while Burke emanates wisdom. Although left unfinished by Reynolds himself, this portrait remains a testament to his artistic prowess. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition, highlighting every nuance on their faces and clothing. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are transported back to a significant period in history when politics shaped nations. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power that art possesses in immortalizing great minds who have influenced our world for generations to come.
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