Jacobina Copland

Jacobina Copland by Henry Raeburn
Artist
Henry Raeburn
Date
c.1794 - c.1798
Style
Romanticism
Genre
Portrait
Location
National Gallery of Canada
"Jacobina Copland" is a compelling portrait by Sir Henry Raeburn, a renowned Scottish portrait painter who served as Portrait Painter to King George IV in Scotland. Executed on canvas using oil paints, the artwork exemplifies Raeburn’s mastery in capturing the character and stature of his subjects. Although his style is rooted in the Scottish portrait tradition, elements of Romanticism subtly influence the emotional depth of the piece, making it a significant example of 19th-century portraiture.

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