Rudyard Kipling 1891

"Rudyard Kipling" is a portrait of the famed English author, poet, and short-story writer by John Collier, a prominent portrait painter of the late 19th century. Completed in 1891, the painting captures Kipling’s youthful appearance, showcasing his signature mustache and eyeglasses. Collier’s masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of realism, highlighting the subject's features and conveying a sense of intelligence and quiet intensity.