General Winfield Scott

Robert Walter Weir

Created:
Movement:
1855
Realism
key Notes:
Military Portraiture, 19th-Century Realism
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Dimensions:
33 3/4 x 26 7/8 in. (85.7 x 68.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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General Winfield Scott by Robert Walter Weir

The painting "General Winfield Scott," created in 1855 by Robert Walter Weir, is an exemplary work of mid-19th century American portraiture. Executed in oil on canvas, the artwork captures the imposing figure of General Scott, a prominent military leader known for his service in the Mexican-American War. Weir's attention to detail and adept use of color and light highlight his skill in rendering both the physical likeness and the dignified presence of his subject. As an artist, Weir was a significant figure in the Hudson River School, and he served as a professor of drawing at the United States Military Academy at West Point. His contributions to American art are marked by his ability to blend academic rigor with a keen sense of realism. This painting not only serves as a historical document but also reflects Weir's mastery in portraying influential figures of his time.

Description of the work:

General Winfield Scott by Robert Walter Weir

Created in 1855, Robert Walter Weir's "General Winfield Scott" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the detailed and realistic style characteristic of mid-19th century American portraiture. The artwork captures the commanding presence of General Scott, a prominent figure in American military history, and is part of the collection at the West Point Museum in New York.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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General Winfield Scott