George Tufton Moffatt (1836-1895)

Benoni Irwin

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Realism

key Notes:

Portraiture, Victorian realism.

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"George Tufton Moffatt (1836-1895)" is a portrait painted by American artist Benoni Irwin, who was known for his detailed and realistic representations of his subjects. The painting captures Moffatt, a prominent figure in the 19th-century American landscape, reflecting both the artistic style of the period and the social significance of portraiture in documenting influential individuals of the time.

Description of the work:

"George Tufton Moffatt (1836-1895)" by Benoni Irwin is a portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter view, characterized by a somber color palette dominated by deep browns and muted earth tones. The composition emphasizes Moffatt's dignified expression and formal attire, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the texture of the fabric and the play of light across the face.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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