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This informal portrait shows Papillon in a casual silk gown and without a wig, focussing on his character rather than his public achievements. His relaxed pose, the head turned to the viewer and one hand raised to the chest, was made popular by Kneller.
Title
Thomas Papillon
Date
1698
Medium
oil on canvas
Measurements
H 75.9 x W 62.9 cm
Accession number
5188
Acquisition method
Purchased, 1978. On long-term loan to Beningbrough Hall, Yorkshire
Work type
Painting
National Portrait Gallery, London
St Martin’s Place, London, Greater London WC2H 0HE England
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