Sir Henry Raeburn

British (1756–1823)

Major General Alexander Campbell Of Monzie

1800

Oil on canvas

Museum Purchase

1982.1

Known as the Scottish “Reynolds,” Raeburn enjoyed a flourishing career in portraiture. His more than 700 portraits captured the likenesses of leading figures and prominent people of Scotland in a bold and direct style. Also Scottish like the artist who depicted him, Campbell fought in the American colonies and was with General Burgoyne when he surrendered at Saratoga.

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