H. Naylor Fitzhugh (1909-1992)

Charles Lilly

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Portraiture, Modernist style

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"H. Naylor Fitzhugh (1909-1992)" is a portrait created by American artist Charles Lilly, capturing the likeness of the prominent African American businessman and philanthropist H. Naylor Fitzhugh. The painting reflects Lilly's engagement with themes of identity and representation, contributing to the broader discourse on African American contributions to society during the late 20th century.

Description of the work:

"H. Naylor Fitzhugh (1909-1992)" by Charles Lilly is a portrait that employs a realistic style, characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and the use of a subdued color palette. The composition features a frontal depiction of the subject, with an emphasis on facial expression and texture, effectively conveying the sitter's personality and presence.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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