Ginger; verso: Portrait of a Seated Young Man Leaning Forward

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Intimate portraiture; expressive posture.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Ginger; verso: Portrait of a Seated Young Man Leaning Forward" is a work by Denman Waldo Ross, an American painter and educator known for his contributions to the Boston School of painting and his role in the development of modern art in the United States. The painting exemplifies Ross's interest in portraiture and his ability to capture the psychological depth of his subjects, reflecting the broader artistic movements of the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

"Ginger; verso: Portrait of a Seated Young Man Leaning Forward" by Denman Waldo Ross features a vibrant depiction of a ginger cat, characterized by its rich orange hues and detailed fur texture, set against a softly rendered background that enhances the subject's prominence. The verso of the painting reveals a portrait of a young man, portrayed in a relaxed yet engaged posture, with a focus on the interplay of light and shadow that defines his features and attire.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Ginger; verso: Portrait of a Seated Young Man Leaning Forward