George Chatten 1899

"George Chatten" is an oil on canvas portrait by British artist Frederick George Cotman, created in 1899. The painting depicts an elderly man named George Chatten, seated and holding a walking stick. Cotman, known for his realist style, captures Chatten's weathered features and worn clothing, emphasizing the man's age and possible hardships. The composition, focused on Chatten's face and hand, invites viewers to contemplate the sitter's life story and the passage of time. This work is a fine example of late 19th-century portraiture.