George Martin Lane (1823-1897)

James Carroll Beckwith

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Realism

key Notes:

Portraiture, Naturalism

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"George Martin Lane (1823-1897)" is a portrait painted by American artist James Carroll Beckwith, completed in 1896. The work reflects Beckwith's mastery of portraiture and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects, as Lane was a prominent art historian and professor at Harvard University, contributing significantly to the study of American art.

Description of the work:

"George Martin Lane (1823-1897)" by James Carroll Beckwith is a portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, characterized by a soft, naturalistic rendering of the face and a subtle play of light and shadow. The composition is enhanced by a muted color palette, with rich browns and deep greens that create a harmonious background, allowing the figure's dignified expression and attire to take center stage.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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