About The Artist
Daniel Gardner (1750-1805) was an English portraitist recognized for his distinct pastel technique, which bridged the transition between Rococo and Neo-classicism in British art. Born in Kendal, Westmorland, Gardner moved to London where he studied under George Romney and Joshua Reynolds. While init...
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Portrait of William Cavendish
Artist: Daniel Gardner
Price:
$3,000.00
Medium: Painting
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Materials: Pastel and Gouache on Paper
Dimensions: 10" x 8" x 1"
Condition: Fine. Painting trimmed into oval shape.
Finish: Unframed
About the Item: An untitled pastel and gouache portrait of William Cavendish, later sixth Duke of Devonshire. Attributed to British artist Daniel Gardner, whose style is widely seen as a precursor to Impressionism. A good example of Gardner's reputation as a talented artist known to take liberties with the accuracy of his portraiture (Cavendish is known to have had a more prominent and distinctive nose).
About The Artist
Daniel Gardner (1750-1805) was an English portraitist recognized for his distinct pastel technique, which bridged the transition between Rococo and Neo-classicism in British art. Born in Kendal, Westmorland, Gardner moved to London where he studied under George Romney and Joshua Reynolds. While initially a traditional oil painter, he became renowned for combining pastels with gouache and watercolor, introducing a unique softness to his portraits. His subjects, often from the aristocracy, were depicted with an emphasis on elegance and refined grace. Although not as widely remembered as some contemporaries, Gardner's influence was notable, particularly in the realm of pastel portraiture, where he set a benchmark for those following in his footsteps.
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