Edward Kenny

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Portraiture, Impressionistic brushwork.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Edward Kenny," painted by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, is a portrait that exemplifies the artist's interest in capturing the psychological depth of his subjects through a nuanced use of color and form. The work reflects Ross's broader contributions to American art, particularly in the context of early 20th-century portraiture, where he sought to blend traditional techniques with modernist sensibilities.

Description of the work:

"Edward Kenny" by Denman Waldo Ross is a portrait that exemplifies the artist's mastery of color and form, featuring a seated male figure rendered in a naturalistic style. The composition is characterized by a harmonious palette and a careful attention to the interplay of light and shadow, which enhances the three-dimensionality of the subject.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Edward Kenny