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Cropley Ashley-Cooper (Later 6th Earl of Shaftesbury) with His Sister... c. 1776
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Cropley Ashley-Cooper (Later 6th Earl of Shaftesbury) with His Sister... c. 1776
Cropley Ashley-Cooper (Later 6th Earl of Shaftesbury) with His Sister Mary Anne Ashley-Cooper, Later Lady Sturt of Crichel, c. 1776. Gardner was last in the line of 18th-century British artists--beginning with Francis Cotes and reaching its zenith with Thomas Gainsborough, Sir Joshua Reynolds, and George Romney-whose lucrative careers were based on fashionable portraiture. Initially trained by Romney, Gardner established a successful portrait practice that was based on small-scale works in pastel, often in oval formats with landscape backgrounds, as in this drawing. Gardner was particularly adept at capturing the charm of youth, taking advantage of the special optical properties of pastel, whose minute, irregular particles reflect light diffusely, allowing an unparalleled velvety brilliance
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The captivating print of Cropley Ashley-Cooper (Later 6th Earl of Shaftesbury) with His Sister Mary Anne Ashley-Cooper, Later Lady Sturt of Crichel, c. 1776, transports us back to the elegant world of 18th-century British aristocracy. Daniel Gardner, a renowned artist in his time, skillfully captures the youthful charm and innocence of these siblings through his mastery in pastel portraiture. Gardner's expertise lies in creating small-scale works that exude an unparalleled velvety brilliance. In this particular drawing, he employs pastel with black and red chalk and graphite to bring out the delicate features and subtle nuances of their expressions. The choice to depict them within oval formats against a backdrop of picturesque landscapes adds depth and context to their story. As one delves into this artwork, it becomes evident that Gardner was part of an illustrious lineage of British artists who flourished during the 18th century. From Francis Cotes to Thomas Gainsborough, Sir Joshua Reynolds, and George Romney – all masters in fashionable portraiture – they paved the way for Gardner's successful career. This remarkable print not only serves as a visual testament to Gardner's talent but also offers us a glimpse into the lives and relationships within high society during this era. It is a precious artifact from England's heritage art collection held by The Cleveland Museum of Art - a timeless piece that continues to captivate viewers today.
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