John Lowell (1856-1922)

Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl

Created:
Movement:
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Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture, Edwardian Elegance
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"John Lowell (1856-1922)" is a portrait painted by Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl, an Austrian-American artist known for his work in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The painting reflects Gaugengigl's skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, contributing to the tradition of American portraiture during a period marked by a growing interest in individual identity and social status.

Description of the work:

"John Lowell (1856-1922)" by Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl is a portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter view, characterized by a somber color palette dominated by deep browns and muted earth tones. The composition emphasizes Lowell's dignified expression and formal attire, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the textures of the fabric and the subtle play of light across the face.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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John Lowell (1856-1922)