William Warman Portrait of King David
An original mid-19th-century watercolour painting, William Warman, Portrait of King David.
An exquisitely painted vignette portrait of King David by William Warman (1806–1875). Warman's skill is impressive and the detail to the face and hair is exceptionally fine, executed with the delicate handling of a miniaturist.
King David, described in the Hebrew Bible as king of the United Monarchy of Israel and Judah, has been a subject of paintings throughout history. Presented here in a richly coloured turban crown, the subject is an example of the Orientalism that was popular in the west in the 19th century.
In watercolour and graphite. On watermarked J Whatman thin card.
Dimensions: Height: 15cm (5.91") Width: 11.7cm (4.61")
Presented: Unframed.
Medium: Watercolour
Age: Mid-19th-century
Signed: Signed lower centre.
Inscribed: --
Dated: --
Condition: Overall in very good condition for its age. The odd tiny mark to the paper. Please see photos for detail. There are historic adhesive marks and/or paper remnants to the edges on the verso, from previous mounting.
Stock number: JU-800
