Andrew William Mellon (1855-1937),after Birley

Casimir Gregory Stapko

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Portraiture, Philanthropy

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Andrew William Mellon (1855-1937), after Birley" by Casimir Gregory Stapko is a posthumous portrait of the American banker, industrialist, and philanthropist Andrew Mellon, originally depicted by the British artist Sir Oswald Birley. This work reflects Stapko's engagement with the legacy of Mellon, whose contributions to the arts and the establishment of cultural institutions, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., have had a lasting impact on American cultural heritage.

Description of the work:

"Andrew William Mellon (1855-1937), after Birley" by Casimir Gregory Stapko is a portrait that captures the likeness of the prominent American financier and art collector, Andrew Mellon. The painting is characterized by its realistic representation, employing a muted color palette and detailed brushwork to convey the subject's dignified expression and formal attire, reflecting the conventions of early 20th-century portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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