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Portrait of Peter Perez Burdett and His First Wife Hannah, 1765 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Peter Perez Burdett and His First Wife Hannah, 1765 (oil on canvas)
5614471 Portrait of Peter Perez Burdett and His First Wife Hannah, 1765 (oil on canvas) by Wright of Derby, Joseph (1734-97); 145X205 cm; Narodni Galerie, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info.: Cartographer Peter Perez Burdett was a close friend of the artist and is shown with his first wife who was a rich older widow.); English, out of copyright
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Peter Perez Burdett and His First Wife Hannah" painted by Joseph Wright of Derby in 1765, captures the essence of a remarkable couple during the Age of Enlightenment. The oil on canvas masterpiece measures 145X205 cm and is housed at the Narodni Galerie in Prague, Czech Republic. Peter Perez Burdett, a renowned cartographer, takes center stage alongside his first wife Hannah. Their contrasting personalities are beautifully depicted through their body language and expressions. As a close friend of the artist, Burdett's features are meticulously captured with intricate details that showcase his intelligence and sophistication. Hannah, an affluent older widow when she married Burdett, exudes elegance and grace. Her refined attire reflects her high social status while also hinting at her independent spirit. Behind them lies a picturesque landscape adorned with a charming fence that adds depth to this stunning composition. The painting not only serves as an exquisite portrayal of this power couple but also offers insights into Georgian society during the Industrial Revolution era. It symbolizes the merging worlds of artistry and cartography – two disciplines that flourished during this period. Wright's masterful use of chiaroscuro creates dramatic lighting effects that enhance every brushstroke on canvas. This Rococo-inspired piece showcases his exceptional talent for capturing human emotions within naturalistic settings. "Portrait of Peter Perez Burdett and His First Wife Hannah" stands as both an artistic triumph and historical document – immortalizing these
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