“Portrait of Anne, Countess of Northampton” by Thomas Hudson, Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

This is probably an engagement or marriage portrait of the Countess of Northampton, who married in 1759. The Countess’s elaborate dress was intended to create a grand impression whilst not being tied too closely to fashions of the day. The imposing architectural background adds to the impressive effect. The style of the picture reflects the traditions of the 1740s to 1750s. After this, portrait styles tended to become more informal.

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Material: Oil on canvas
Artist: Thomas Hudson (1701-1779)
Date: about 1759-60

Image details
Date: 14 June 2019
Camera body: iPhone 7 Plus
Lens: Wide Camera 28mm ƒ/1.8
Focal Length: 28mm
Aperture: ƒ/1.8
Shutter Speed: 1/13s
ISO: 100
Licensing: Image of a North East Museums asset. This image cannot be licensed.