Art Smart: Gainsborough's The Blue Boy

In the 18th century, artists Thomas Gainsborough and Sir Joshua Reynolds were rivals. Reynolds believed portraits should use warm colors, while Gainsborough challenged this by creating 'The Blue Boy', a masterpiece using blue as a dominant color. This painting is now considered one of the world's greatest, showcasing Gainsborough's defiance and innovation in art.

Who were the two major rival artists mentioned in the text?

What was Sir Joshua Reynolds' claim about the main colors in a portrait?

What colors did Sir Joshua Reynolds consider to be minor in portraits?

What was the name of the painting created by Gainsborough to challenge Sir Joshua Reynolds?

How did Gainsborough's painting affect Sir Joshua Reynolds according to the text?