Robert Hyde, Squire of Hyde

Robert Hyde, Squire of Hyde, is a painting by John Singleton Copley, created in 1778. It is housed at the Art Institute of Chicago. The painting measures 0.629 meters in width and 0.756 meters in height. The artwork depicts Robert Hyde, seated, in a three-quarter view. He is wearing a dark red coat with gold buttons, a white cravat, and what appears to be dark trousers. His powdered wig is styled in a fashion typical of the late 18th century. He holds a cane or walking stick in his hand. The background is muted, with a portion of a light-colored column visible to the left. The overall style is characteristic of Copley's portraiture, with attention to detail in the subject's clothing and features, and a subdued background that focuses attention on the sitter.