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Admiral Harry Paulet (1719/20–1794), Sixth Duke of Bolton

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Cotes underpainted the face but never completed it; the sitter accepted the portrait nevertheless. The fine detailing of the lace, buttons, and braid of his uniform is typical of the artist's style.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Admiral Harry Paulet (1719/20–1794), Sixth Duke of Bolton
  • Artist: Francis Cotes (British, London 1726–1770 Richmond)
  • Medium: Oil on canvas
  • Dimensions: 50 x 40 in. (127 x 101.6 cm)
  • Classification: Paintings
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Jacob Ruppert, 1939
  • Object Number: 39.65.5
  • Curatorial Department: European Paintings

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