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Sir James Gibson-Craig (1765–1850)

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This painting shows Raeburn at the height of his power. The head is reminiscent of Rembrandt, yet it is painted with the lightest touch. The paint is even transparent in places. The white stock is dashed in, but the painter has taken time to capture the reflected light under his sitter’s chin. Raeburn is at once summary, spontaneous and accurate. He tells us only as much as we need to know, but he tells it absolutely true.

Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh

Title

Sir James Gibson-Craig (1765–1850)

Date

c.1812

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 74.6 x W 62.1 cm

Accession number

WA.211

Acquisition method

purchased

Work type

Painting

Inscription description

Sir James Gibson-Craig of Riccarton 1765–1850

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