The artwork, titled “William Dodd,” was created by the artist John Russell in the year 1769. It belongs to the Rococo art movement and falls within the genre of portraiture.
The artwork portrays William Dodd in a dignified stance, dressed in formal clerical attire that befits his status. Dodd is depicted with white hair styled in the fashion of the period, wearing a dark robe with a white clerical band around his collar. He holds a scroll in one hand, possibly indicating his scholarly pursuits. His other hand rests on several large books, which are stacked atop a richly adorned table. The scene is set against a muted, warm-toned background, highlighting the subject and his attributes. The meticulously rendered textures and the thoughtful composition reflect the refined aesthetic characteristic of the Rococo movement.