The artwork titled “Benjamin Truman” by Thomas Gainsborough, created circa 1773 – 1774, is an oil painting on canvas that exemplifies the Rococo art movement. The dimensions of the portrait are 238.13 x 151.29 cm, and it is housed in Tate Britain, London, UK.
This portrait depicts Benjamin Truman standing outdoors in a naturalistic, verdant landscape. Truman is dressed in fine period attire, consisting of a dark coat, a yellow waistcoat, knee-breeches, and white stockings, accessorized with black shoes and a tricorne hat held in his left hand. He holds a walking stick in his right hand, suggesting an air of dignity and leisurely confidence. The rich details in the surrounding landscape, including the lush trees and serene sky, are rendered with a sense of depth and light characteristic of Gainsborough’s style. The background features a winding stream and distant hills, adding a sense of tranquility and expansiveness to the scene. This composition harmoniously blends the sitter’s refined elegance with the serene beauty of nature.
