Henry Clay

Oliver Frazer

Created:
Movement:
1840
Realism
key Notes:
Statesman portrait, 19th-century realism
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Dimensions:
5 11/16 x 4 3/4 in. (14.4 x 12.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on metal (possibly tin)
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

The painting "Henry Clay" by Oliver Frazer, created in 1840, is a portrait of the prominent American statesman and politician known for his role in the Senate and his influence on the early 19th-century political landscape. The work reflects the neoclassical style prevalent during the period, emphasizing Clay's stature and significance in American history, although specific details about its commission or reception are unknown.

Description of the work:

The painting "Henry Clay" by Oliver Frazer, created in 1840, features a portrait of the prominent American politician rendered in oil on metal, possibly tin, which contributes to its unique surface quality. The composition emphasizes Clay's dignified expression and attire, utilizing a muted color palette that highlights the subject's features against a subdued background.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Henry Clay