Portrait of William Shakespeare 1564-1616 c.1610

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The "Portrait of William Shakespeare, 1564-1616, c.1610" by John Taylor is one of the most significant and debated portraits of William Shakespeare, the preeminent English playwright and poet. Believed to have been painted circa 1610, this work is often referred to as the "Chandos portrait" after a previous owner, the Duke of Chandos. It is currently held in the National Portrait Gallery, London, and is attributed to John Taylor, an important member of the Painter-Stainers' Company during the Jacobean era.

The Chandos portrait is celebrated for being one of the few depictions of Shakespeare that has a credible claim to have been painted from life. Its provenance traces back to early 18th-century sources, which suggest that the portrait was painted by a contemporary of Shakespeare and later came into the possession of actor Sir William Davenant, who claimed to be Shakespeare's godson. The painting eventually passed through several hands before being donated to the National Portrait Gallery by the 3rd Duke of Chandos.

The portrait itself is an oil on canvas and depicts a man with a receding hairline, a mustache, and a beard. He is dressed in a black doublet with a white collar and cuffs, and his right earring is prominently displayed. The sitter's gaze is directed slightly to the viewer's left, and the overall impression is one of a thoughtful and introspective individual. The painting's authenticity has been a subject of scholarly debate, with some experts supporting its direct connection to Shakespeare, while others question its attribution and the identity of the sitter.

Despite the controversies surrounding its authenticity, the Chandos portrait remains one of the most iconic and widely recognized images of Shakespeare. It has been reproduced countless times and has become deeply ingrained in the cultural imagination as the face of the Bard. The portrait's historical and cultural significance, as well as its enigmatic connection to one of the most influential writers in the English language, continue to fascinate scholars, artists, and the public alike.

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