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Portrait of Sir Charles Frederick, 1738 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Sir Charles Frederick, 1738 (oil on canvas)
AMO98740 Portrait of Sir Charles Frederick, 1738 (oil on canvas) by Casali, Andrea (1705-84); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Sir Charles Frederick (1709-85) MP for New Shoreham and Queenborough; Knight of the Bath; painted while he was on the Grand Tour; ); eAshmolean Museum; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23214002
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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The captivating portrait of Sir Charles Frederick, painted by Andrea Casali in 1738, transports us to a world of intellectual pursuit and refined elegance. Displayed proudly at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, this oil on canvas print captures the essence of a learned man immersed in his studies. Sir Charles Frederick, an esteemed Member of Parliament for New Shoreham and Queenborough, is depicted seated in an Italianate setting. Dressed impeccably in a frockcoat, he exudes confidence and sophistication as he engages with his surroundings. With a quill pen in hand and parchment before him, it is evident that he is deeply engrossed in writing or perhaps delving into the realm of antiquarianism. This painting was created during Sir Charles' Grand Tour - a traditional journey undertaken by young aristocrats to broaden their cultural horizons. It serves as both a testament to his scholarly pursuits and as a memento from his travels through Italy. Casali's masterful brushstrokes bring depth and life to every detail: from the intricate patterns on Sir Charles' clothing to the play of light on his face. The composition expertly balances elements of portraiture with hints of narrative storytelling. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork, we are transported back in time; we can almost hear the scratching sound of Sir Charles' pen against paper and feel the weighty atmosphere that surrounds him. This portrait truly encapsulates not only one man's quest for knowledge but also embodies an era defined by
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