Alexander Turner (1793) by John Russell

Alexander Turner - John Russell - 1793

Artwork Information

TitleAlexander Turner
ArtistJohn Russell
Date1793
Art MovementRococo

About Alexander Turner

The artwork titled “Alexander Turner,” painted by John Russell in 1793, belongs to the Rococo art movement and is a portrait genre piece.

The artwork features a seated man, ostensibly Alexander Turner, gazing directly towards the viewer with a calm, self-assured demeanor. He is attired in formal 18th-century clothing, characterized by a dark coat adorned with large brass buttons, as well as a white cravat. The subject holds a tricorn hat in his left hand, which rests casually upon his knee, suggesting a sense of ease and gentility. The background of the portrait reveals a lush, verdant landscape with an overcast sky, further accentuating the prominence of the subject in the foreground. The overall composition and color palette evoke the elegance and sophistication of the Rococo period, emphasizing the subject’s social standing and personality through skillful use of light, texture, and detail.

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