Benjamin Peirce (1809-1880)

Daniel Huntington

Created:

Movement:

1881

Realism

key Notes:

Intellectual Portraiture, Academic Realism

Dimensions:

30 x 25 1/4 in. (76.2 x 64.1 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Benjamin Peirce (1809-1880)" is a portrait painted by Daniel Huntington in 1881, capturing the prominent American mathematician and philosopher known for his contributions to mathematical logic and astronomy. The work reflects Huntington's skill in portraying intellectual figures of the 19th century, emphasizing Peirce's significance in the development of American science and education during that era.

Description of the work:

"Benjamin Peirce (1809-1880)" by Daniel Huntington is an oil on canvas portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, exuding an air of intellectual gravitas. The composition is characterized by a muted color palette, with rich browns and deep greens, and the meticulous rendering of Peirce's facial features and attire, which reflects the academic and professional stature of the mathematician and philosopher.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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