{"product_id":"samuel-cooper-thacher-gilbert-stuart-newton","title":"Samuel Cooper Thacher - Gilbert Stuart Newton","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal portrait of the American clergyman Samuel Cooper Thacher, painted by Gilbert Stuart Newton in the early nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts Samuel Cooper Thacher, a prominent American clergyman and librarian. Painted by Gilbert Stuart Newton, the work captures the subject in a formal, clerical attire consisting of a dark coat and a white neckband. The composition follows the conventions of early nineteenth-century portraiture, focusing on the sitter's facial features and expression against a dark, atmospheric background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewton, a nephew of the painter Gilbert Stuart, spent much of his career in England, where he became a member of the Royal Academy. His style reflects the influence of British portrait traditions, characterised by a soft handling of light and a focus on the psychological presence of the sitter. The brushwork in this piece is controlled, allowing for a subtle transition of tones across the face and neck. The lighting is directed to draw attention to Thacher's eyes and the crisp white fabric of his collar, which provides a stark contrast to the muted, shadowy tones of his clothing and the surrounding space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamuel Cooper Thacher served as the minister of the New South Church in Boston and was a significant figure in the intellectual life of the city during the early 1800s. This portrait serves as a record of his appearance, rendered with the technical precision expected of a professional portraitist of the period. The painting avoids unnecessary ornamentation, prioritising a clear representation of the individual. The muted colour palette, dominated by browns, blacks, and off-whites, aligns with the aesthetic preferences of the era, where the gravity of the subject was often conveyed through a restrained use of colour and a focus on naturalistic form. This print offers a clear view of Newton's approach to portraiture, demonstrating his ability to balance formal requirements with a sense of personal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/mary-crowninshield-silsbee-sparks-mrs-jared-sparks-francis-alexander\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMary Crowninshield Silsbee Sparks (Mrs. Jared Sparks) by Francis Alexander\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/dr-edward-hudson-thomas-sully\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDr. Edward Hudson by Thomas Sully\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/gilbert-stuart-newton\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eGilbert Stuart Newton prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gilbert Stuart Newton","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59475369918799,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59475378405711,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59475378438479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59475378471247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59475378504015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59475378536783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59475378569551,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59475378602319,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59475378635087,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59475378667855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59475378700623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59475378733391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Samuel-Cooper-Thacher_Poster_CompositorV1_1792152107327.jpg?v=1794448796","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/nl\/products\/samuel-cooper-thacher-gilbert-stuart-newton","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}