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The drapery is arranged in straight falling folds, and so gives a hint of a contemporary cloak. The bare throat remains true to classical conventions.\nSir Francis Legatt Chantrey (1781-1842) was an English sculptor, painter, and patron. He was probably the most successful portrait sculptor of his day. Together with Flaxman Chantrey can be ranked as England's greatest sculptor engaging in portrait busts and statues. He was particularly skilled in carving drapery. On his death he left a fortune of £150,000 which was later bequeathed to the Royal Academy to be used for the 'Encouragement of British Fine Art in Painting and Sculpture'.","physicalDescription":"The subject looks to his half right. His shoulders and chest are enveloped in a cloak; his throat is bare. 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