Charles Pickering Bowditch (1842-1921)

Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Realism

key Notes:

Portraiture, Naturalism

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Charles Pickering Bowditch (1842-1921)" is a portrait painted by Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl, an artist known for his skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects. The painting reflects Bowditch's prominence as a Bostonian philanthropist and archaeologist, contributing to the cultural and intellectual landscape of the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

The painting "Charles Pickering Bowditch (1842-1921)" by Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl presents a formal portrait of the subject, characterized by a dignified pose and a meticulously rendered likeness. The composition employs a muted color palette, with rich browns and deep greens, enhancing the texture of the subject's clothing and the background, while the play of light accentuates Bowditch's facial features and expression.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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