John Bradburne 1800

This portrait of John Bradburne was painted by Thomas Lawrence in 1800. Lawrence, born in 1769 and known for his elegant style, captures Bradburne with a focused gaze and a distinguished air. The portrait is characteristic of Lawrence's work, highlighting the subject's status through refined brushstrokes and realistic detail, especially in the rendering of the sitter's clothing. Lawrence's portraiture became popular in the late 18th century, cementing his reputation as one of the leading portraitists of his time.