Fine Art
Sir Joshua Reynolds

Sir Joshua Reynolds

English, 1723–1792

Sir Joshua Reynolds fue un pintor inglés y un destacado retratista del siglo XVIII. Es mejor conocido por sus grandiosos retratos de la aristocracia británica y su papel en el establecimiento del género de retrato en el arte británico. Reynolds nació el 16 de julio de 1723 en Plympton, Devon. Se formó bajo Thomas Hudson en Londres, donde desarrolló sus habilidades en la pintura de retratos. En 1752, viajó a Italia para estudiar las obras de los viejos maestros, lo que influyó en gran medida en su estilo. Reynolds se convirtió en el primer presidente de la Real Academia en 1768, donde promovió la importancia de la educación artística y el papel del artista en la sociedad. Sus obras más importantes incluyen retratos de figuras notables como Samuel Johnson y la duquesa de Devonshire. Reynolds es reconocido por su uso innovador del color y la luz, así como por su capacidad para transmitir la personalidad y el estatus de sus sujetos. Murió el 23 de febrero de 1792 en Londres, dejando un legado significativo en el campo del retrato y el arte británico.

32 obras de arte

Portrait of Samuel Johnson, oil on canvas by Sir Joshua Reynolds

Samuel Johnson (1709-1784)

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Portrait of Elizabeth Beauclerc as Una with the Lion, oil on canvas by Sir Joshua Reynolds

La señorita Elizabeth Beauclerc como Una con el León

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Lady Sarah Bunbury Sacrificing to the Graces, oil on canvas by Sir Joshua Reynolds

Lady Sarah Bunbury sacrificando a las Gracias

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Portrait of Lady Louisa Conolly, oil on canvas by Sir Joshua Reynolds

Lady Louisa Conolly

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Portrait of Mrs. Robert Brudenell, oil on canvas by Sir Joshua Reynolds

Sra. Robert Brudenell

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Portrait of Sir Thomas Rumbold, oil on canvas by Sir Joshua Reynolds

Sir Thomas Rumbold, Bt.

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A young commodore in naval uniform stands confidently with his hand in his waistcoat, framed by a landscape and distant ships.

Comodoro el Honorable Augustus Keppel

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Mrs Baldwin in exotic costume, showcasing her poised self-possession and intricate details.

Sra. Baldwin. Sir Joshua Reynolds pinx. Paul Rajon sculp.

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A young artist shielding his eyes, holding a brush and palette, with light illuminating his face against a shadowy background.

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A self-portrait of Sir Joshua Reynolds, capturing a thoughtful gaze with light and shadow emphasizing his features.

Autorretrato

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Portrait of Alexander Douglas-Hamilton, a young man in a red coat with loose hair, captured in a moment of life.

Alexander Douglas-Hamilton, más tarde décimo duque de Hamilton y séptimo duque de Brandon (1767 - 1852)

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Portrait of Lady Louisa Manners, oil on canvas by Sir Joshua Reynolds

Lady Louisa Manners

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Portrait of Theophilia Gwatkin by Sir Joshua Reynolds, oil on canvas

Theophilia Gwatkin

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A child with golden curls sits on a wheelbarrow filled with flowers, looking back with a small dog beside him.

Maestro Henry Hoare

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A seated mother and her standing daughter in elegant attire, sharing a tender moment in a softly lit setting.

Retrato de la Sra. Boone y su Hija, la posterior Lady Drummond

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A lady in a lace bonnet and dark cloak, adorned with pink bows, smiles conspiratorially in a softly illuminated portrait.

Retrato de una Dama

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A commanding figure in a red and gold uniform stands beside a horse, gazing beyond the frame with a stormy sky above.

John Manners, marqués de Granby

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A young officer stands at the edge of land and sea, pointing decisively against a storm-darkened sky.

Capitán el Honorable Augustus Keppel, 1725-86

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Elizabeth Kerr, Marchioness of Lothian, in a blue gown with ermine trim, gazing thoughtfully beyond the frame.

Elizabeth Kerr, marquesa de Lothian

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of a figure in female costume with a powdered wig and lace, gazing directly at the viewer.

Retrato del Chevalier d'Eon en traje femenino

Sir Joshua Reynolds

Two young siblings in white dresses playfully interacting with a dog in a wooded setting.

Los Niños Brummel

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Charles Coote, 1st Earl of Bellamont, in ceremonial robes with an extravagant hat and a casual pose.

Retrato de Charles Coote, 1er Conde de Bellamont (1738-1800), en Toga de la Orden del Baño

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A reclining woman in blue and gold, with a cascade of golden coins, embodying the myth of Danae.

La actriz Kitty Fisher como Danae

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A woman in a bold red riding habit stands confidently with a riding crop against a moody landscape.

Lady Worsley

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A man caught between two women, one playful and the other somber, representing the conflict between comedy and tragedy.

David Garrick entre la Tragedia y la Comedia

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A woman in a silvery gown stands confidently in a landscape, with a playful spaniel at her feet.

Sra. Elisha Mathew

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A woman in a turban and ermine-lined robe gazes softly, illuminated by warm light against a dark background.

Sra. Richard Paul Jodrell

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Augustus Keppel, Viscount Keppel, in a military uniform with a sword, gazing confidently at the viewer.

Augusto Keppel, Vizconde de Keppel

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of Robert Henley, 2nd Earl of Northington, in a deep green coat with a brilliant badge, set against a dark background.

Retrato de Robert Henley, 2º Conde de Northington

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A portrait of John Hamilton in a fur cloak, with a composed gaze and a sword hilt visible at his waist.

Retrato de John Hamilton

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A man intensely reading an open book, with a furrowed brow and white wig, illuminated against a dark background.

Retrato de Samuel Johnson

Sir Joshua Reynolds

A young woman in a softly illuminated dress gazes confidently at the viewer, with a hint of a smile and a delicate blue ribbon in her hair.

Señorita Ridge

Sir Joshua Reynolds