John Jackson
1778–1845 · British · 30 artworks
Rococosoft brushworksubtle color paletteselegant posesattention to detail in clothing and accessoriesrealistic portrayal of facial features
artist bio
John Jackson was a prominent English portrait painter, known for his elegant and refined depictions of British society figures. He succeeded Sir Thomas Lawrence as the Principal Painter in Ordinary to George IV, solidifying his place as a leading portraitist of his time.
what you'll learn
Studying Jackson's work allows students to understand the nuances of Rococo portraiture, including capturing likeness, conveying social status, and using light and color to create a pleasing aesthetic. Students can also learn about the importance of portraiture in documenting historical figures and societal norms.
related: Thomas Lawrence, Joshua Reynolds, Henry Raeburn
30 artworks
William Charles Macready
1821
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Study for 'Bartholomew Johnson'
1810
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Richard James Lane
1820
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John Latham (1761–1831)
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An Unfinished Portrait of Mrs Soane, Painted from a Pencil Sketch by J. Flaxman, RA and a Miniature
1831
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Constantine Henry Phipps (1797–1863), 1st Marquess of Normanby
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John Yelloly (1774–1842), MD, FRS
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Sir John Soane
1828
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Sir Hew Whiteford Dalrymple (1750–1830), Bt, Lieutenant Governor of Guernsey (1796–1803)
1800
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Henry William Greville (1801–1872)
1830
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St Peter
1816
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Miss Chester (Eliza Jane Chester) (1795–1859)
1820
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Benjamin Edmonstone (1765–1841)
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William ('Gentleman') Smith
1819
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A Jewish Rabbi
1817
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Reverend John Wesley (1703–1791)
1827
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Robert Tindal of Coval Hall (1749–1833), Father of Sir Nicholas Tindal
1800
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William Murray (1705–1793), 1st Earl of Mansfield
1805
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James Carrick Moore (1763–1834), Surgeon and Associate of Edward Jenner
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George Dance (1741–1825)
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Catherine Capel-Coningsby, née Stephens, Countess of Essex
1822
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Sir John Soane, in Masonic Costume, as Grand Superintendent and President of the Board of Works
1829
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Samuel Wesley
1820
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George III (1738–1820) (copy after Joshua Reynolds)
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Lady Caroline Edgcumbe (1792–1824)
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John Jackson
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Self Portrait
1810
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Henry Cowper, Clerk Assistant in the Parliament Office (1785–1826)
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The Late Lord Mulgrave
1814
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John Wesley (1703–1791)
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