Portrait of an Officer of the Foot Guards

Image credit: Manchester Art Gallery

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Left side, head and chest portrait of a young officer of the Foot Guards in full uniform including tricorn hat, his head turned slightly to face the viewer, with a serious expression emphasising his importance and sense of duty. His uniform is in a characteristic colour scheme with a bright red coat and gold trim.

Manchester Art Gallery

Manchester

Title

Portrait of an Officer of the Foot Guards

Date

1750–1770

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 43.7 x W 35.1 cm

Accession number

1928.90

Acquisition method

purchased from Mr Charles A. Jackson, 1928

Work type

Painting

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