Francis Cabot Lowell (1856-1911)

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key Notes:
Industrial portraiture, American entrepreneurship.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Francis Cabot Lowell (1856-1911)" by Marcel Imbs is a portrait that commemorates the influential American industrialist and founder of the Boston Manufacturing Company, which played a pivotal role in the American Industrial Revolution. Imbs' work reflects the artistic trends of the early 20th century, characterized by a focus on realism and the portrayal of significant historical figures, thereby contributing to the cultural narrative surrounding Lowell's legacy in textile manufacturing and economic development.

Description of the work:

The painting "Francis Cabot Lowell (1856-1911)" by Marcel Imbs features a portrait of the American industrialist, characterized by a formal composition and a muted color palette that emphasizes the subject's dignified presence. Imbs employs a realistic style, capturing Lowell's likeness with meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of facial features and attire, which reflects the sartorial norms of the early 20th century.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Francis Cabot Lowell (1856-1911)