Giovanni Bertoja

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Portraiture, Impressionistic brushwork.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Giovanni Bertoja," painted by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, is a portrait that reflects the artist's engagement with the themes of identity and cultural representation during the early 20th century. The work is notable for its use of color and form, showcasing Ross's interest in integrating modernist techniques with traditional portraiture, thereby contributing to the discourse on American art's evolution during this period.

Description of the work:

"Giovanni Bertoja," painted by Denman Waldo Ross, features a portrait composition characterized by a soft, muted color palette and a focus on the subject's expressive facial features. The work employs a combination of loose brushwork and detailed rendering, particularly in the depiction of the subject's attire, which reflects the artist's interest in both realism and impressionistic techniques.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Giovanni Bertoja