James Bryant Conant (1893-1978)

Charles Sydney Hopkinson

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Intellectual Portraiture, Academic Gravitas

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

The painting "James Bryant Conant (1893-1978)" by Charles Sydney Hopkinson is a portrait of the prominent American chemist and educator, who served as the president of Harvard University from 1933 to 1953. Completed in 1947, the work reflects Hopkinson's skill in capturing the intellectual gravitas of his subjects, contributing to the tradition of academic portraiture in the mid-20th century.

Description of the work:

"James Bryant Conant (1893-1978)" by Charles Sydney Hopkinson is a formal portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, characterized by a dignified expression and a thoughtful demeanor. The composition employs a muted color palette, with soft brushwork that highlights Conant's features, while the background remains understated, allowing the figure to command the viewer's attention.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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