Description

Height: 78cm

Width: 68cm

A captivating and sensitively rendered original oil portrait titled Christopher Robson, painted in 1986 by listed artist Jean Alexander. Executed in rich tones of blue, brown, and ochre, this mid-1980s portrait captures a moment of introspective stillness, as the sitter gazes off to the right, his expression contemplative and composed.

The artist’s mastery is evident in the nuanced depiction of light, texture, and character. With deft brushwork, Alexander brings a quiet intimacy to this formal bust-length composition, dressed in a blue jumper layered over a checked shirt. The portrait is housed in a handsome wooden frame with a gilt slip that complements the tonal palette and lends a gallery-quality finish.

This signed and dated work is inscribed to the reverse on a handwritten label, noting the sitter’s name and year of execution—making it a charmingly personal addition to any portrait collection.