Allen Parker

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

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key Notes:

Portraiture, Impressionistic brushwork

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Allen Parker," painted by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, is a notable example of early 20th-century American portraiture that reflects Ross's interest in color and form. The work is significant for its exploration of modernist techniques within the context of traditional portraiture, showcasing Ross's influence as both an artist and educator in the Boston art community.

Description of the work:

"Allen Parker," painted by Denman Waldo Ross, features a portrait composition characterized by a subdued color palette and a focus on the subject's facial expression, which conveys a sense of introspection. The use of soft brushwork and a harmonious interplay of light and shadow enhances the three-dimensionality of the figure, while the background remains minimally detailed, directing attention to Parker's likeness.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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