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Alexandre-Auguste Robineau (1747-1828)
George IV (1762-1830) when Prince of Wales c.1787
Oil on canvas | 77.1 x 64.2 cm (support, canvas/panel/stretcher external) | RCIN 405016
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Robineau was a composer and violinist as well as artist; he used the name Alexandre for his musical and Auguste for his artistic activities. He was in London a great deal in the 1780s coming into contact with the Prince of Wales in both his professional capacities. This portrait was painted for the Prince's servant, John Santhague (see OM 1114, 402523) and acquired by the sitter at his sale in 1821. The Prince is wearing a red coat with the riband and star of the Order of the Garter.
Provenance
Acquired by George IV in 1821; added to the inventories of Carlton House dated 1816 (no 591) and 1819 (no 586)
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Creator(s)
(nationality)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Oil on canvas
Measurements
77.1 x 64.2 cm (support, canvas/panel/stretcher external)
91.2 x 79.0 x 5.7 cm (frame, external)
