Theory of Painting (1773) [ Concepts ]
… Accordingly we see portraits which are perfect burlesques upon the minds of the persons drawn; a wise man shall appear with the air of a fop; a man of spirit, and wit, like a smart, or a pretty fellow; a modest ingenious man like a beau, a virtuous lady as a mere coquet. The late … character, and substitute this in the place of it is detestable. The only supposing a man capable of being pleased with such a piece of falle flattery, is a lampoon upon his understanding. Nor is the beauty of the face, and person, …
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