Portret van Henry Woodward c. 1765 - 1771

"Portret van Henry Woodward" is an oil painting by James Watson, created between 1765 and 1771. The painting features a portrait of Henry Woodward, a famous English actor, holding a comedic mask. The theatrical element of the portrait is amplified by the red curtains in the background, highlighting Woodward's role as an actor. The painting is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This piece is a prime example of 18th-century portraiture and British art, offering insight into the world of theater during that period.