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Portrait of Thomas Combe, 1850 (oil on panel)
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Portrait of Thomas Combe, 1850 (oil on panel)
AMO99100 Portrait of Thomas Combe, 1850 (oil on panel) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 33x27 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Thomas Combe (1797-1872), Director of the Clarendon Press; ); eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23369280
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Publisher Publishing Waistcoat Westernart Pre Raphaelite
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Thomas Combe, 1850" is a stunning oil painting by the renowned artist John Everett Millais. The artwork measures 33x27 cm and is housed in the prestigious Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK. The subject of this exquisite piece is Thomas Combe (1797-1872), who served as the Director of the Clarendon Press during his lifetime. Dressed in an elegant waistcoat adorned with a coat of arms, Mr. Combe exudes an air of authority and sophistication. Seated comfortably with a cat perched on his lap, he appears both regal and approachable. Millais' attention to detail shines through in this Victorian-era masterpiece. Every brushstroke captures not only Mr. Combe's likeness but also his love for animals, as evidenced by the presence of his beloved pet feline. As one explores this painting further, it becomes evident that it goes beyond being just a portrait; it tells a story about publishing and literature during that time period. It serves as a testament to Mr. Combe's significant contributions to the field as Director of one of England's most esteemed presses. With its rich colors and intricate composition, "Portrait of Thomas Combe" stands as an exceptional example from Millais' pre-Raphaelite period—a true gem within Western art history.
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