A Yachtsman 1806 - 1865

"A Yachtsman" is a watercolor on paper by English artist Robert Dighton the Younger, depicting a man in profile standing on a pier overlooking a body of water. Dighton was known for his caricature portraits, and this work reflects his talent for capturing the likeness of his subject with wit and precision. The man's attire and the scene's nautical backdrop suggest that he is a yachtsman, highlighting the popularity of sailing as a leisure activity in 19th century England. The work, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the fashion and leisure of a bygone era.