Thomas Raikes (1741–1813), Governor of the Bank of England (1797–1799) 

This portrait of Thomas Raikes, Governor of the Bank of England from 1797-1799, is a classic example of the work of English artist George Romney. The sitter is portrayed in a formal pose, seated in a red armchair, with a piece of paper in his hand. His attire, a dark suit with white cuffs, suggests his status and the seriousness of his office. The background, with its soft tones of blue and white, contrasts with the rich colors of the subject's clothing and the red chair. The painting provides a window into the history of the Bank of England and the individuals who shaped its early years.