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Sir William Pepperrell (1746-1816) and His Family, 1778 (oil on canvas)
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Sir William Pepperrell (1746-1816) and His Family, 1778 (oil on canvas)
3576962 Sir William Pepperrell (1746A-1816) and His Family, 1778 (oil on canvas) by Copley, John Singleton (1738-1815); 228.6x274.3 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh, USA; (add.info.: Born in America and adopted by his grandfather Sir William Pepperrell, 1st Baronet, he graduated from Harvard College in 1766, became a merchant and inherited the bulk of his grandfathers business enterprises. He was chosen a member of the Governors Council. In 1774 the baronetcy was revived in his favour. On the eve of the American Revolution, he fled to England as a Loyalist. In London, he helped to found the British and Foreign Bible Society. He died at his residence at Portman Square in London in 1816.); Purchased with funds from the State of North Carolina; American, out of copyright
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© Purchased with funds from the State of North Carolina / Bridgeman Images
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Sir William Pepperrell (1746-1816) and His Family, 1778 - A Glimpse into the Lives of Loyalists
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. This oil on canvas painting by John Singleton Copley offers a mesmerizing snapshot of Sir William Pepperrell (1746-1816) and his family in 18th century America. The grand scale of the artwork, measuring at an impressive 228.6x274.3 cm, commands attention as it proudly hangs within the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh. The composition showcases Sir William Pepperrell surrounded by his loved ones, capturing a moment frozen in time. Born in America but adopted by his grandfather, Sir William Pepperrell Sr. , he inherited a substantial business empire after graduating from Harvard College. As tensions escalated prior to the American Revolution, he fled to England as a loyalist. The painting not only reveals the familial bond shared among its subjects but also provides glimpses into their individual personalities and roles within society. From the elegant draping fabrics to intricate details such as walking sticks and canes, every element tells a story. As we observe this historical masterpiece, we are transported back to an era where children play innocently while adults engage in deep conversation around a table adorned with cherished possessions. The presence of death is subtly hinted at through symbolic elements throughout the scene. With its rich narrative and exquisite execution, "Sir William Pepperrell (1746-1816) and His Family" serves as both an artistic treasure and historical documentation that sheds light on one family's journey during tumultuous times.
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