Reverend Myles Cooper

Reverend Myles Cooper by John Singleton Copley
Artist
John Singleton Copley
Date
1768 - 1769
Style
Neoclassicism
Genre
Portrait
Location
Columbia University
The painting titled 'Reverend Myles Cooper' is a compelling Portrait created using oil paints on canvas. It captures Reverend Myles Cooper with detailed realism and a dignified presence, reflecting the neoclassical emphasis on clarity and form (Neoclassicism). The artist's precise technique and subdued color palette evoke the serious, contemplative nature of the subject. This artwork exemplifies how traditional portraiture aimed to honor individual character and societal standing, making it a significant work within the neoclassical tradition of 18th-century art.

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