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Portrait of John Lovell, aged 70. Bargee on Thames as Greenwich Pensioner (watercolour, heightened with white)
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Portrait of John Lovell, aged 70. Bargee on Thames as Greenwich Pensioner (watercolour, heightened with white)
7342078 Portrait of John Lovell, aged 70. Bargee on Thames as Greenwich Pensioner (watercolour, heightened with white) by Cruikshank, Frederic (1800-68); 54x39.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Frederick Cruikshank
This portrait of Greenwich Pensioner John Lovell was drawn in June 1840, as were two versions of a related portrait of John Adams, alias John Wilkinson (see PAF6223 and PAH3992). Lovell (c. 1770-1848) had been one of Nelson's bargemen at the raid on Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 1797, where he helped staunch the wound to Nelson's right arm and tore up his shirt to make a sling for it.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning watercolour portrait captures the essence of John Lovell, a bargee on the Thames and Greenwich Pensioner at the age of 70. Painted by Frederick Cruikshank in June 1840, this piece showcases Lovell's rugged yet dignified appearance as he gazes off into the distance.
Lovell's life story is just as captivating as his image suggests. A former bargeman for Admiral Nelson during the raid on Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 1797, Lovell played a crucial role in helping to tend to Nelson's wounds after he was injured in battle. This act of bravery and loyalty solidified Lovell's place in history and earned him a well-deserved spot among Greenwich Pensioners.
The use of white highlights adds depth and dimension to this portrait, emphasizing Lovell's weathered features and wise expression. The subtle color palette enhances the overall sense of tranquility and contemplation that radiates from this piece.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this artwork serves as a reminder of an extraordinary man who lived through turbulent times and emerged with grace and resilience. John Lovell may have been a humble bargee on the Thames, but his legacy lives on through this exquisite portrait by Frederick Cruikshank.
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