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Portrait of an East India Company captain, c.1800 (oil painting)
7338090 Portrait of an East India Company captain, c.1800 (oil painting) by Hewson, Stephen (fl.1768-1812); 76.2x63.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Stephen Hewson
The unidentified officer wears captain's full dress uniform of the East India Company, 1787-1856. He holds his hat in his left hand and with his right gestures towards his ship, an East Indiaman on the right. The artist's signature has until recently been read as 'L. Hensen' or 'Henson', but is actually that of Stephen Hewson, active 1775-1812. Hewson exhibited at the Free Society, the Society of Artists and the Royal Academy, where he exhibited a considerable number of portraits, most of unidentified sitters.. He worked in Cheltenham in1786 and is recorded as visiting York in 1788, 1790 and 1791. He advertised as a portrait and miniature painter and described himself as 'well known in York'. He is probably the Stephen Hewson who married Jane Hodgeson at St Marylebone, 31 January 1771.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38176906
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This stunning portrait captures the essence of an East India Company captain in the early 19th century, exuding authority and confidence. The unidentified officer is depicted in his full dress uniform, showcasing the prestigious status he held within the company from 1787 to 1856.
With his hat held gracefully in one hand, the captain gestures towards his ship, an impressive East Indiaman towering behind him. The attention to detail in this oil painting by Stephen Hewson is truly remarkable, from the intricate design of the uniform to the subtle expression on the captain's face.
Hewson's signature on this piece was previously misread as 'L. Hensen' or 'Henson', but recent research has confirmed it as that of Stephen Hewson himself. A talented artist active from 1775 to 1812, Hewson exhibited widely and was well-known for his portraits of various sitters.
This artwork now resides at the National Maritime Museum in London, serving as a timeless reminder of a bygone era when captains like this one played a crucial role in shaping global trade and exploration. It offers us a glimpse into history and invites us to appreciate both its artistic beauty and historical significance.
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