Thomas Gainsborough (1727-1788)

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This paper discusses the life and achievements of artist, Thomas Gainsborough. It is written in the first person from the point of view of the artist himself, where the writer of the paper is acting as narrator. The paper describes how he began painting and provides some emotional insight into his experiences. The paper looks at a few specific examples of his works and provides pictures of some of these.

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"It is actually surprising to me that I was able to conjure my favorite work as in the same year that I painted it (1780) I was commissioned by royalty. This was really the first time that my skill had surpassed Reynolds' place as the favorite among the very high class. I was to paint George II and Queen Charlotte which I did and then hung the following year at the Academy, only after a long embroiled reconciliation. (Waterhouse 26) Though this commission did nothing for my relationship with Reynolds it did prove that I was to become the favorite of the favorite of the aristocracy all because I had made a significant sacrifice, forsaken the country and moved back to the city. (Art Encyclopedia NP) The final years of my life, did not prove to have an enduring piece with the Academy and having established myself and made my way as a man I will close my life by showing my works, as I please within my own home. I will do this annually and hope that this will endure after I am gone. (Waterhouse 8)"

Sample of Sources Used:

• Art Encyclopedia "Thomas Gainsborough April 18, 2008 <http://www.answers.com/topic/thomas-gainsborough?cat=entertainment>
• BBC 2008 "Thomas Gainsborough" April 18, 2008 <http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/gainsborough_thomas.sht ml>
• Van Dyke, John C. The History of Painting Project Gutenberg Edition April 19, 2008 <http://www.gutenberg.org/files/18900/18900-h/18900-h.htm>
• Waterhouse, Ellis. Gainsborough. London: E. Hulton, 1958.
• Whitely, William T. Thomas Gainsborough London: John Murray 1915.

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