John Hoppner

British, 1758 - 1810

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The image shows a man with light complexion in a formal outfit against a plain background. He is turned slightly to his left, with well-defined facial features including prominent cheekbones, a straight nose, and slightly upturned lips. His hair is voluminous, brushed back and slightly wavy. He is wearing a high-collared white shirt with a black jacket.

Portrait of a Gentleman

John Hoppner

c. 1810/1815

Oil on canvas Accession ID 1956.9.3

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In this painting, two young women are depicted sitting closely together. They are positioned side by side, with the woman on the left slightly leaning against the other woman and looking to the right, while the woman on the right looks out at us. Both women have pale skin and light eyes, and they wear neutral expressions. The woman on the left has curly brown-and-gray hair adorned with a light blue ribbon, while the woman on the right has her blonde hair styled under a cream-colored bonnet. Both are dressed in elegant, high-waisted white gowns tied at the waist with pale blue sashes. The woman on the left has her arm around the other woman's shoulders, and she holds a paper scroll in one hand. The woman on the right holds a large red folder filled with several white papers in her right hand, and she holds something small and gold in her other hand. On the left, a sleeping brown-and-white dog rests at their feet, nestled into the fabric of the women's skirts. Tall, dark trees are behind the women in the upper right corner, while the background in the upper left corner showcases a serene, hilly landscape featuring olive-green foliage and a distant view of a tall blue mountain under a partly cloudy light blue sky.

The Frankland Sisters

John Hoppner

1795

Oil on canvas Accession ID 1937.1.111

On view: West Building, Main Floor, Gallery M59
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This painting shows three children in a natural setting. The child on the right is standing, visible from head to toe, while the two children on the left are seated in the grass. The standing child is positioned slightly turned to the left, with their arms folded across their chest. They have light brown, wavy hair that falls around their face, which has soft features and light complexion. This child is dressed in a russet-colored outfit with a ruffled white collar, white socks, and dark shoes. The seated child on the far left faces toward the standing child and has long, tousled, light-brown hair and a fair complexion. They are nude and sitting on a white cloth draped over the grass. The other seated child, sitting between the other two with their head turned to the left, wears a light garment partially draped over their shoulders and also has wavy, light-brown hair. The background includes trees with fall-colored foliage, a reflective stream running beside the children, and distant, cloudy skies.

The Hoppner Children

John Hoppner

1791

Oil on canvas Accession ID 1942.9.35

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The image shows an upper-body portrait of a seated woman. She is facing slightly to her left with her hands crossed on her lap. Her facial features include a delicate face with a subtle smile, almond-shaped eyes, and an ornate hairstyle adorned with a large, feathered headdress embellished with floral decorations. Her hair appears curly and frames her face. She wears a high-necked dress with a detailed bodice that suggests intricate lace or embroidery along the edges. A soft, sheer scarf or shawl drapes around her shoulders. The background is textured with soft, shaded tones, resembling draped fabric in earthy hues, highlighting her form.

Miss Frances Beresford

John Hoppner

c. 1784/1785

Black, red, and white chalks over graphite on pink washed paper Accession ID 1990.109.1

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This painting shows a woman from the waist up, her forearms resting on a brown surface in front of her. She has fair skin, rosy cheeks, light blue eyes, and blonde hair styled in loose curls. She wears a yellow wide-brimmed hat with a bow tied under her chin, a yellow scarf, and a pale-yellow lacy dress with long sleeves and wide neckline. The background is a blend of yellow and black.

Lady Cunliffe

John Hoppner

1781/1782

Oil on canvas Accession ID 1979.65.1

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The image shows a person seated outdoors against a tree. The person's upper body and legs are visible. They are in a slightly reclined position with their knees bent and feet on the ground. The person's face is partially obscured by shadows, but their lips, nose, and jawline are visible. They have medium-length hair peeking out from under a wide-brimmed hat. The person wears a long-sleeved coat, trousers, and visible shoes. Tall trees form a canopy above them, and the ground is textured with grass or earth. In the background, there are faint outlines of hills or mountains under a cloudy sky.

A Young Boy Seated Beneath a Tree

John Hoppner

c. 1790s/1810

Red and black chalk with brush and gray and black ink Accession ID 2022.78.1

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This is a pastel drawing of an older man depicted in a head-and-shoulders view. He is facing slightly to his left with his upper body turned towards the viewer. The man has deep-set eyes, a prominent nose, and thin lips. His hair is styled in 18th-century fashion with white, tight curls pulled back with a ribbon. He is wearing a dark coat over a high-collared white shirt and a circular pin on the left side of his coat. The background is plain with light shading around the figure.

James Nares

John Hoppner

c. 1775

Graphite, black and red chalk on laid paper Accession ID 1949.5.476

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The image shows a seated woman from the waist up, with her head turned slightly to her right. She has a serene expression with age lines on her face, and a subtle smile. She wears a bonnet with ruffles, an elegant cloak with fur, and a draped fabric. The portrait is encased in an oval frame with a crown at the top. Below the frame are ornate details including a trumpet, cross, crown on an open book with legible text, and decorative swirls. The background is shaded with stylized pillars or walls.

Selina, Countess of Huntindon

Henry Meyer

1815

Etching and aquatint Accession ID 1979.20.87

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The image features three children. One child is standing, facing slightly to the side with one arm bent and the hand resting on the chest. This child has shoulder-length light hair with waves and is wearing a long-sleeved outfit with a large white collar and dark shoes with straps. The other two children are seated on the ground near a small stream. The child in the middle is wrapped in a light-colored cloth. The third child is seated, facing the middle child, with similar hair length and texture, mostly unclothed and turned towards the viewer. The background shows large trees and a partly cloudy sky.

Children Bathing (The Hoppner Children)

James Ward

1804

Mezzotint on laid paper Accession ID 2001.118.67

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The image depicts two women sitting closely together on the ground. The woman on the left has one arm around the shoulder of the woman on the right and the other around a dog lying beside her. Both women are looking slightly upward and to the left. The woman on the left has curly hair, while the one on the right wears a headscarf. They have soft expressions and delicate features. Both are dressed in flowing gowns, with the woman on the right holding a folded piece of fabric or a book. A dog lays at their feet, partially covered with fabric. The background shows a landscape with clouds, a large tree, rolling hills, and trees.

The Daughters of Sir Thomas Frankland

William Ward

1797

Mezzotint Accession ID 1943.3.9070

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The image shows two women seated side by side from the waist up. The woman on the left has her arm around the shoulder of the woman on the right, who holds a small book. Both women have curly hair, with the woman on the right wearing a headdress or turban. They have delicate facial features with prominent eyes and wear elegant gowns. A dog sleeps beside them, resting its head on the woman's lap. They sit against a natural backdrop of trees, hills, and a cloudy sky.

Daughters of Sir Thomas Frankland Bart (The Sisters)

William Ward

1797

Mezzotint on laid paper Accession ID 2001.96.14

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Portrait of a Gentleman

Anonymous Artist

c. 1790

Oil on canvas Accession ID 1970.17.106

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