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Portrait of Sir Francis Grant in his Studio, 1866. John Ballantye (1815-1897) British painter
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Portrait of Sir Francis Grant in his Studio, 1866. John Ballantye (1815-1897) British painter
Portrait of Sir Francis Grant in his Studio, 1866. John Ballantye (1815-1897) British painter. Grant (1803-1878) Scottish painter, President of the Royal Academy 1866-1878, at work on large canvas, sitters chair on rostrom centre left
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1866 Academy Centre Chair Francis Grant John Large Left Painter President Royal Scottish Studio Work Sitter
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1866, into the studio of Sir Francis Grant, a renowned Scottish painter and President of the Royal Academy. The image beautifully captures Grant at work on a large canvas, fully immersed in his creative process. Positioned in the center-left is a chair where his sitter would have posed for their portrait. The composition skillfully showcases both the artist and his surroundings. The studio is filled with an air of artistic energy - brushes and palettes scattered across tables, canvases leaning against walls, and various artworks adorning every available space. It is evident that this space has witnessed countless moments of inspiration. John Ballantye, a British painter himself, masterfully captured this intimate scene through his lens. His attention to detail brings out the textures of paint on Grant's palette as well as the play of light and shadow within the studio. This print not only serves as a visual record but also provides us with a glimpse into an important period in art history. It reminds us of Sir Francis Grant's significant contributions to British art during his presidency at the Royal Academy from 1866 until 1878.
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