John Collins Warren (1842-1927)

Frederic Porter Vinton

Created:
Movement:
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Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture, Medical Profession
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"John Collins Warren (1842-1927)" is a portrait painted by Frederic Porter Vinton, an American artist known for his contributions to portraiture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The painting captures the likeness of Warren, a prominent figure in medicine and surgery, reflecting Vinton's skill in conveying both the physical attributes and the professional stature of his subjects within the context of American art history.

Description of the work:

"John Collins Warren (1842-1927)" by Frederic Porter Vinton is a portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter view, characterized by a dignified expression and formal attire indicative of early 20th-century professional portraiture. The composition employs a muted color palette, with soft brushwork that highlights the subject's facial features and the texture of his clothing, set against a dark, unobtrusive background that emphasizes the figure.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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John Collins Warren (1842-1927)