Portrait artist Thomas Hudson was a pupil of the renowned artist Jonathan Richardson and ultimately married his teacher's daughter. Hudson became a very famous artist in mid-eighteenth century London; Hudson’s likeness of Sir Edward, politician and younger brother of Prime Minister Robert Walpole, conveys refinement and authority.
Portrait of Sir Edward Walpole, c.1784 Oil on CanvasThomas Hudson British (1701 - 1779) |
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Portrait artist Thomas Hudson was a pupil of the renowned artist Jonathan Richardson and ultimately married his teacher's daughter. Hudson became a very famous artist in mid-eighteenth century London; Hudson’s likeness of Sir Edward, politician and younger brother of Prime Minister Robert Walpole, conveys refinement and authority. |
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