A Life Dedicated to Portraiture Daniel Gardner, born in Kendal, Westmorland in 1750, and passing away in London in 1805, carved a distinctive niche for himself within the vibrant British art scene of the late 18th century. Though perhaps not as widely celebrated as his contemporary, Joshua Reynolds, Gardner established a successful practice specializing in intimate portraits that captured the essence of aristocratic society. His story is one of humble beginnings – the son of a master baker – coupled with an unexpected artistic talent and a keen eye for capturing the nuances of human characte…