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Edward, Lord Thurlow

Francesco Bartolozzi after Sir Joshua Reynolds

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait of Edward Lord Thurlow, Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain. He is seated, holding a round tasseled object, with one hand resting on an armrest. He is depicted with a distinguished expression, defined facial features, and thick, white, curly hair. He wears an ornate robe with lace and intricate patterns, a dark vestment, and a white ruffled shirt collar. In the background, there is a decorative chair with floral motifs on the upholstery, and a crown is placed next to him.

Artwork Details

Date
1782
Medium
stipple engraving
Dimensions
3602 × 4749 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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