The artwork titled “Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington” was created in 1817 by the artist Charles Turner. Belonging to the Romanticism movement, this piece is a portrait genre of art.
The artwork depicts Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington, standing in an outdoor setting with a landscape visible in the background. He is portrayed in full length wearing a dark, long coat over white breeches and black boots, with one hand inside his coat and the other resting by his side. The backdrop consists of a vast, tranquil scenery with a road running through the terrain, under a somewhat cloudy sky. The overall presentation exudes a dignified and formal aura, characteristic of prominent figures of the Romantic era.
