Gideon Tucker
William Sidney Mount
key Notes:
Genre painting, Rural American life
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Dimensions:
34 1/8 x 27 in. (86.7 x 68.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Advanced
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story of the work:
"Gideon Tucker," painted by William Sidney Mount in 1830, depicts a young man engaged in a moment of contemplation, reflecting the artist's interest in American rural life and character studies. The work is notable for its detailed portrayal of the subject's clothing and surroundings, showcasing Mount's skill in capturing the nuances of everyday life in early 19th-century America.
Description of the work:
"Gideon Tucker" by William Sidney Mount, created in 1830, depicts a seated man in a rustic interior, characterized by a warm color palette and naturalistic detail. The composition emphasizes the subject's contemplative expression and the surrounding domestic elements, reflecting the artist's interest in American genre scenes.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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