The artwork titled “Caricature of Admiral Sir Hastings Reginald Yelverton,” created by the artist James Tissot in the year 1877, belongs to the Realism art movement and is classified under the genre of caricature.
In the artwork, Admiral Sir Hastings Reginald Yelverton is portrayed seated in an elegant pose, adorned in formal attire, including a dark suit, a white shirt, and a bow tie. The Admiral exhibits a reflective expression, with his hands gently clasped. The attention to detail in the features and attire, along with the subdued background, emphasizes the subject’s dignified presence while the exaggerated elements of caricature style serve to highlight particular traits, creating a nuanced and respectful portrayal.
