The artwork titled “Forde Grey, Earl of Tankerville” was created by Charles Turner in the year 1813. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is classified as a portrait.
The artwork features a detailed depiction of a young man, presumably Forde Grey, Earl of Tankerville. He is portrayed with long, flowing hair and a composed expression. Turner has meticulously rendered the intricate details of Grey’s attire, which includes a richly textured coat and a lace cravat. The young man’s half-turned pose adds a sense of depth and introspection to the portrait, in line with the Romanticism movement’s focus on individual emotion and expression. The background is simple and dark, drawing attention to the subject’s face and attire. The overall tone of the artwork is dignified, reflecting the status and importance of the subject.
