John Downman Collection

Old Lady with Magnifying Glass, between 1750 and 1824. Creator: John Downman
Old Lady with Magnifying Glass, between 1750 and 1824

Mrs. George Mills, 1783. Creator: John Downman
Mrs. George Mills, 1783

George Mills, 1792. Creator: John Downman
George Mills, 1792

Portrait of a Woman with a Blue Sash, 1791. Creator: John Downman
Portrait of a Woman with a Blue Sash, 1791

Portrait of a Woman in Profile, 1791. Creator: John Downman
Portrait of a Woman in Profile, 1791

Standing Nude from the Back, n.d. Creator: John Downman
Standing Nude from the Back, n.d. Possibly by John Downman

Study after Nature, 1774. Creator: John Downman
Study after Nature, 1774. Attributed to John Downman

Diogenes, 1774. Creator: John Downman
Diogenes, 1774

Fright, n. d. Creator: John Downman
Fright, n.d

Attention, n. d. Creator: John Downman
Attention, n.d

Antique Statue of Seated Putto Holding Mask of Silenus, 1775. Creator: John Downman
Antique Statue of Seated Putto Holding Mask of Silenus, 1775

High-Waisted Gown, n. d. Creator: John Downman
High-Waisted Gown, n.d

Lovers in a Room, n. d. Creator: John Downman
Lovers in a Room, n.d

Seventeenth Century Boots of Standing Figure, n. d. Creator: John Downman
Seventeenth Century Boots of Standing Figure, n.d

Woman Seated in Roman Chair, n. d. Creator: John Downman
Woman Seated in Roman Chair, n.d

Portrait of King George III, Small Half Length, Wearing Windsor Uniform and Ribbon
651843 Portrait of King George III, Small Half Length, Wearing Windsor Uniform and Ribbon and Star of the Garter, 1787 (pencil, watercolour and stump with touches of white heightening) by Dowman

Portrait of Sarah Whitmore, Seated by a Column, 1787 (black chalk, stump and watercolour)
651800 Portrait of Sarah Whitmore, Seated by a Column, 1787 (black chalk, stump and watercolour) by Dowman, John (1750-1824); 20.6x17.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Sarah Whitmore)

Portrait of Queen Charlotte, Seated by a Table with a Landscape Beyond
651792 Portrait of Queen Charlotte, Seated by a Table with a Landscape Beyond, 1784 (black and white chalk, stump and watercolour, paper laid on line) by Dowman

Portrait of Queen Charlotte, Small Half Length Wearing a Blue and White Dress
651844 Portrait of Queen Charlotte, Small Half Length Wearing a Blue and White Dress, Her Crown Beside Her, 1787 (pencil, watercolour and stump with touches of white heightening) by Dowman

Portrait of Mrs. Fisher, half length, in a White Dress Adorned with Blue Ribbons
651802 Portrait of Mrs. Fisher, half length, in a White Dress Adorned with Blue Ribbons, 1788 (black chalk, stump and watercolour) by Dowman

Portrait of Mrs. Boyd, 1784 (black chalk, stump and watercolour)
651801 Portrait of Mrs. Boyd, 1784 (black chalk, stump and watercolour) by Dowman, John (1750-1824); 19.3x15.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Mrs. Boyd. John Downman (1750-1824)

Portrait of Mrs. Hartop and Her Child, 1780 (black and white chalk
651799 Portrait of Mrs. Hartop and Her Child, 1780 (black and white chalk, stump and watercolour) by Dowman, John (1750-1824); 21x17.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Mrs)

Portrait of a Lady, Identified as Eliza Were Holdsworth, Seated, Half Length
651943 Portrait of a Lady, Identified as Eliza Were Holdsworth, Seated, Half Length, in Profile to the Left, in a White Dress and with a Black Hairband, Beside Drapery, with a Coastal View Beyond

Before the Dukes Palace-Rosalind, Celia, Orlando, the Duke
Before the Dukes Palace - Rosalind, Celia, Orlando, the Duke & Attendants (Shakespeare, As You Like It, Act 1, Scene 2), first published 1800; reissued 1852

Elizabeth Ford, later Lady Colville of Culross, 1785. Creator: John Downman
Elizabeth Ford, later Lady Colville of Culross, 1785

Memento Portrait of a Young Midship-Man, late 18th-early 19th century

The Dyson Children, 1787. Creator: John Downman
The Dyson Children, 1787

Miss Mary Cruikshank, only sister of James Cruikshank, 1781. Creator: John Downman
Miss Mary Cruikshank, only sister of James Cruikshank, 1781

Mrs. Palmer, 1785. Creator: John Downman
Mrs. Palmer, 1785

Thomas Jackson, 1780. Creator: John Downman
Thomas Jackson, 1780

Mrs. Morgan and her Child, 1785. Creator: John Downman
Mrs. Morgan and her Child, 1785

Child Holding a Doll, 1780. Creator: John Downman
Child Holding a Doll, 1780

Isabella Hunter, Cousin of the Artist, 1781. Creator: John Downman
Isabella Hunter, Cousin of the Artist, 1781

Young Lady with a Pink Bow on Her Bodice, 1792. Creator: John Downman (British, 1750-1824)
Young Lady with a Pink Bow on Her Bodice, 1792

Young Lady with a White Bow on Her Head, 1795. Creator: John Downman (British, 1750-1824)
Young Lady with a White Bow on Her Head, 1795

Seated Young Lady Facing Right. Creator: John Downman (British, 1750-1824)
Seated Young Lady Facing Right

Lady Caroline Wrottesley, 1792. Creator: John Downman (British, 1750-1824)
Lady Caroline Wrottesley, 1792

John Mortlock, of Cambridge, c1790. Artist: John Downman
John Mortlock, of Cambridge, c1790. John Mortlock (1755-1816) was a British banker, Member of Parliament and 13 times Mayor of Cambridge. From The Connoisseur Vol LXI, [Otto Limited, London, 1921]

Mrs. John Mortlock (Nee Harrison), c1780. Artist: John Downman
Mrs. John Mortlock (Nee Harrison), c1780. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXVIII, edited by C. Reginald Grundy. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1931]

Mary Isabella, Duchess of Rutland, c1781. Artist: John Downman
Mary Isabella, Duchess of Rutland, c1781. Mary Isabella Manners, Duchess of Rutland (nee Somerset) was the daughter of Charles Noel Somerset, fourth Duke of Beaufort

Lady Erne, c18th century. Artist: Jules Simon Payrau
Lady Erne, 18th century. After John Dowman (1750-1824). From The Connoisseur 1913, edited by J. T. Herbert Baily. [Otto Limited, London, 1913]

Lady Duncannon, c1788, (1902). Artist: Francesco Bartolozzi
Lady Duncannon, c1788. Henrietta, Viscountess Duncannon (1761-1821), later Countess of Bessborough. After John Downman (1750-1824). From The Connoisseur Vol. III [Otto Limited, London, 1902.]

Miss Isabella Hunter, 1781, (1907). Artist: John Downman
Miss Isabella Hunter, 1781. From The Connoisseur Vol. XVIII [Otto Limited, London, 1907.]

Portrait of the Hon. Henry Burrell as a Child, 1784, (1917). Artist: John Downman
Portrait of the Hon. Henry Burrell as a Child, 1784. From The Connoisseur Vol XLVIII [Otto Limited, London, 1917.]

Lady Betty Foster, c18th century, 1917. Artist: Caroline Watson
Lady Betty Foster, 1917. Elizabeth Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire (nee Elizabeth Christiana Hervey, then Lady Elizabeth Foster), (1759-1824), is best known as an early woman novelist

Lady Elizabeth Lambert, c1782, (1917). Artist: John Baldrey
Lady Elizabeth Lambert, c1782. Lady Elizabeth Lambert was the daughter of William Craven, 6th Baron Craven (1738-1791). It was her father who, in 1780

Miss Fergusson, c19th century, (1914). Artist: Jules Simon Payrau
Miss Fergusson. An engraving by J. Payrau after John Downman (1750-1824). From The Connoisseur Vol. XXXIX [Otto Limited, London, 1914.]

Young Lady Pink Bow Bodice 1792 John Downman
Young Lady with a Pink Bow on Her Bodice, 1792. John Downman (British, 1750-1824). Brush and black chalk wash and watercolor

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John Downman was a talented artist known for his attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of his subjects. His works range from portraits of royalty, such as King George III and Queen Charlotte, to intimate scenes like "Lovers in a Room. " In each piece, Downman's skill is evident as he brings life to his subjects through intricate brushstrokes and careful composition. One of Downman's notable creations is the "Antique Statue of Seated Putto Holding Mask of Silenus, " which showcases his fascination with classical art. The statue exudes both fright and attention, capturing the viewer's gaze with its mysterious allure. Downman also had a keen eye for fashion, as seen in his depiction of a woman wearing a high-waisted gown. The elegant garment accentuates her figure while reflecting the style of the time. In addition to portraiture and fashion, Downman explored various themes in his artwork. He depicted love and intimacy in "Lovers in a Room, " showcasing tender moments between two individuals. Not limited to painting alone, Downman also delved into other mediums such as drawing. His sketch titled "Seventeenth Century Boots of Standing Figure" demonstrates his meticulous approach even when working on smaller pieces. Among Downman's most famous portraits are those featuring prominent figures like Sarah Whitmore and Mrs. Fisher. These half-length portrayals showcase their beauty and grace while highlighting their individuality through carefully chosen details.