Eliphalet Pearson (1752-1826), after Samuel F.B. Morse

James Frothingham

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Portraiture, Neoclassical Elegance

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Eliphalet Pearson (1752-1826), after Samuel F.B. Morse" is a portrait created by James Frothingham, reflecting the artistic style and techniques of early 19th-century American portraiture. The painting serves as a significant representation of Pearson, a prominent educator and the first president of Harvard's Lawrence Scientific School, highlighting the cultural and intellectual milieu of the period.

Description of the work:

The painting "Eliphalet Pearson (1752-1826), after Samuel F.B. Morse" by James Frothingham presents a formal portrait of Pearson, depicted in a three-quarter pose, dressed in a dark coat with a white cravat, set against a muted background that emphasizes his figure. The composition is characterized by a careful attention to detail in the rendering of facial features and textures, reflecting the neoclassical style prevalent in early 19th-century American portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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