Richard Wright (c.1723-c.1775), signed and dated Richard Wright (c. 1723 – c. 1775) was an English marine painter. An entirely self-taught artist, he first appeared as an exhibitor in London in 1760, and between that date and 1773 exhibited twenty-five works with the Incorporated Society of Artists and one with the Free Society. Wright first came to public attention 1762 after when he regularly exhibited at the Society of Artists until 1773. Exhibited works included A Storm with a Shipwreck, Sunset, a Fresh Breeze, A Fresh Gale, River with Boats, &c., Moonlight. The latter is thought to be A moonlit river landscape with a windmill, boats and figures, exhibited between 1770 and 1773. In 1764 a fifty guinea premium was offered by the Society of Arts for the best marine picture; this he won, as was the case with similar prizes given by the society in 1766 and 1768. He enjoyed a lifelong friendship with the artist, George Stubbs. Title: Portrait of a naval captain in a wooded cliffside coastal setting, his Royal Navy brig in the background, at sea. The work would have most likely been commissioned by the sitters family upon his promotion to the rank of Captain. Medium & Size: oil painting on canvas: 38.5 x 34 inches framed Condition: the painting is in overall pleasing and good condition, having been relined. Provenance: private collection, EnglandDetails: Creator:Richard Wright (1723 - 1775)Dimensions:Height: 97.79 cm (38.5 in)Width: 86.36 cm (34 in)Medium:Canvas,OilMovement & Style:Old MastersPeriod:Mid-18th CenturyCondition:GoodReserve: $8,435.00Shipping:Domestic: Shipping rates are determined by destinationInternational: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT.Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.Location: This item ships from the United Kingdom.Your purchase is protected:Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.

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