Cornelius Conway Felton (1807-1862)

Joseph Alexander Ames

Created:

Movement:

1857

Realism

key Notes:

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:

"Cornelius Conway Felton (1807-1862)" is a portrait painted by Joseph Alexander Ames, an American artist known for his contributions to 19th-century portraiture. The painting captures Felton, a prominent scholar and educator, reflecting Ames's skill in conveying the subject's intellectual presence and the cultural significance of academic figures during that period.

Description of the work:

The painting "Cornelius Conway Felton (1807-1862)" by Joseph Alexander Ames presents a formal portrait of the subject, characterized by a three-quarter pose that conveys a sense of dignity and intellect. The composition is marked by a muted color palette, with rich browns and deep greens, and the meticulous rendering of Felton's features, attire, and the textured background enhances the overall gravitas of the work.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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