George Nathaniel, Marquis Curzon of Kedleston 1914

This portrait of George Nathaniel, Marquis Curzon of Kedleston was painted in 1914 by the American artist John Singer Sargent. The painting captures Curzon's distinguished bearing, highlighting his position of power as a British statesman, Viceroy of India, and prominent figure in the House of Lords. Sargent, renowned for his masterful use of color and his skill at capturing likeness, uses subtle lighting and a dark background to draw attention to Curzon's face and elaborate clothing, including the chain and badge of the Order of the Star of India.