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A Portrait of Neptune, 1824 (oil on canvas)
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A Portrait of Neptune, 1824 (oil on canvas)
827528 A Portrait of Neptune, 1824 (oil on canvas) by Landseer, Edwin (1802-73); 152.4x200.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Portrait of Neptune. Sir Edwin Henry Landseer (1802-1873). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1824. 152.4 x 200.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
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1820s 1824 Aversion Black Color Black Colour Cliff Domestic Animal Domesticated Early 19th Century Early Nineteenth Century English Art English Artist English Pictures Enthusiasm Enthusiastic Facial Feature Landseer Looking Away Looking Up Mouth Neptune One Animal Open Mouth Tail Tongue Turning Away White Color 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Artist British British Artist Edwin Henry Landseer Natural Space Portrait Style Portraiture Positive Concepts Sir Edwin Henry Landseer
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A Portrait of Neptune, 1824
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by Sir Edwin Henry Landseer is a captivating oil painting that showcases the artist's exceptional talent and attention to detail. This stunning portrait captures the majestic presence of Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, in all his glory. The composition focuses on Neptune standing proudly at the edge of a cliff overlooking the coastline. His fur glistens under the sunlight, while his black coat contrasts beautifully against the white clouds in the sky. With an open mouth and tongue slightly protruding, it seems as though he is about to let out a mighty roar or perhaps engage in conversation with unseen companions. Landseer's mastery lies not only in capturing Neptune's physical features but also conveying his personality through subtle details. The dog's posture exudes confidence and enthusiasm, while his aversion towards something beyond our view adds an air of mystery to this powerful deity. This remarkable artwork transports us back to early 19th century England when Landseer was at the height of his career. It serves as a testament to both his technical skill and ability to infuse emotion into every stroke of paint. Displayed here is just one example from Landseer's extensive body of work that continues to inspire art enthusiasts around the world today.
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