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Gainsborough's Blue Boy
Gainsborough's Blue Boy
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This publication explores the lasting influence of Gainsborough's Blue Boy on British art and culture, marking the return of the painting to the UK 100 years after it left for the United States. It examines the painting's impact on ideas of Britain and Britishness and includes a selection of paintings that demonstrate the influence of Sir Anthony van Dyck and the old master tradition on Gainsborough's practice.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 04 February 2022
Publisher: National Gallery Company Ltd
This captivating publication delves into the profound and enduring impact of Gainsborough's iconic Blue Boy on British art and culture. As we commemorate the return of this masterpiece to the UK, exactly 100 years after it left for the United States, this meticulously illustrated publication offers a comprehensive exploration of its lasting influence. During the nineteenth century, the fame of Blue Boy soared, and full-length portraits by Gainsborough and his contemporaries became highly sought after by wealthy American collectors. The sale of this painting to American railroad magnate and collector Henry E. Huntington in 1921 was met with widespread sorrow, as it symbolized a significant shift in economic and cultural power. Nevertheless, its afterlife as a permanent ambassador for British art has played a crucial role in shaping perceptions of Britain and Britishness, encompassing its rich history, society, culture, and character.
To delve deeper into the masterpiece, Gainsborough's Blue Boy will be examined within the context of the National Gallery's collection. This publication also includes a select group of paintings that highlight the profound influence of Sir Anthony van Dyck and the old master tradition on Gainsborough's practice and identity.
Published by the National Gallery Company and distributed by Yale University Press, this captivating publication is a testament to the enduring legacy of Gainsborough's Blue Boy and its profound impact on British art and culture.
Weight: 494g
Dimension: 233 x 272 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781857096804
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