Portrait of John, Lord Mountstuart, Later 4th Earl and 1st Marquess of Bute 1763

"Portrait of John, Lord Mountstuart, Later 4th Earl and 1st Marquess of Bute" is an oil-on-canvas painting by Jean-Étienne Liotard from 1763. The artwork depicts John, Lord Mountstuart, in a relaxed yet refined pose, leaning against a mantelpiece in an interior setting. The inclusion of a mirror reflecting Lord Mountstuart's back and the partially visible decorative screen behind him, hinting at a grand interior, adds a sense of depth and grandeur to the composition. Liotard's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate embroidery of the sitter's clothing and the decorative objects placed around him. This piece is a fine example of 18th-century portraiture, showcasing the artist's mastery of realism and the fashionable style of the era.