Portrait of George Stephenson: expressive and realistic

(1782 London – 1875 ibid.) attributed; Portrait of a dignified old gentleman, beautifully painted, expressive, characteristic, realistic portrait of a gentleman seated in an armchair. Likely a depiction of the renowned English engineer and principal founder of the railway system, George Stephenson (1781-1848), whom Pickersgill also portrayed around 1845. Pickersgill is one of the most significant portraitists of his time, with the most notable personalities sitting for him as models. The National Portrait Gallery in London holds 16 original paintings by the artist in its collection. Oil on canvas; 104.5 cm x 87 cm. Framed. Attributed to Henry William Pickersgill (1782-1875). Oil on canvas.