The artwork titled “Thomas Noel-Hill (1770–1832), 2nd Baron Berwick of Attingham,” was created by George Romney in the year 1795. It belongs to the Rococo art movement and is a portrait genre piece.
This portrait features Thomas Noel-Hill, the 2nd Baron Berwick of Attingham, depicted in a formal yet relaxed pose. He is shown with a composed expression, his face illuminated against a dark, muted background which serves to intensify his features. His attire includes a dark coat with a high collar and a white cravat, exuding an air of elegance and sophistication. The artist, George Romney, employs a delicate application of light and shadow to enhance the subject’s facial contours and textured clothing, typical of the Rococo style’s emphasis on intricate detail and soft, fluid lines. The subdued color palette and the refined rendering of the sitter’s features contribute to an overall impression of nobility and grace.