Bishop Frederic Dan Huntington (1819-1904)

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Movement:
Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture, Religious Leadership
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medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Bishop Frederic Dan Huntington (1819-1904)" is a portrait painted by Lucien Adelbert Davison, an American artist known for his contributions to portraiture in the late 19th century. The painting reflects Huntington's significant role as a religious leader and educator in the Episcopal Church, capturing both his likeness and the gravitas of his contributions to American society during his lifetime.

Description of the work:

"Bishop Frederic Dan Huntington (1819-1904)" by Lucien Adelbert Davison is a formal portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, adorned in ecclesiastical attire, which includes a dark robe and a white clerical collar. The composition is characterized by a subdued color palette, with soft lighting that highlights the bishop's facial features and conveys a sense of dignity and solemnity.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Bishop Frederic Dan Huntington (1819-1904)