The artwork titled “Theodore Atkinson Jr” is a portrait by artist John Singleton Copley, created approximately between 1757 and 1758. This piece, executed in oil on canvas, belongs to the Neoclassical art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 125.73 by 100.97 centimeters. It is part of the collection at the Rhode Island School of Design Museum (RISD Museum) in Providence, Rhode Island, USA.
The artwork depicts a young gentleman, Theodore Atkinson Jr., portrayed with a composed and dignified expression. He is dressed in elegant period attire featuring an elaborate embroidered waistcoat, a red-brown coat, and matching breeches typical of the 18th century. The overall composition is meticulous, highlighting Copley’s skill in rendering detail and texture, notably in the intricate patterns of the clothing and the refined treatment of the face and hands. The pose, with one hand on the hip and the other gesturing gracefully, adds a sense of dynamic balance and poise to the figure. The background includes a scenic landscape with lush greenery and a serene river, enhancing the portrait’s stately and genteel ambiance.
