John Ruskin (1819-1900)

Charles Herbert Moore

Created:
Movement:
1894
Realism
key Notes:
Realism, Portraiture
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Dimensions:
30 x 25 1/4 in. (76.2 x 64.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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John Ruskin (1819-1900) by Charles Herbert Moore

The painting "John Ruskin (1819-1900)" by Charles Herbert Moore, created in 1894, is an oil on canvas work that captures the esteemed art critic and social thinker, John Ruskin. Moore, an American artist and educator, was known for his landscape paintings and his role as a professor at Harvard University, where he influenced the development of art education in the United States. This portrait is significant as it reflects Moore's adept skill in portraiture, a departure from his usual landscape focus, and highlights Ruskin's prominence in the art world of the 19th century. The work serves as a testament to Ruskin's enduring influence on art and architecture, as well as Moore's versatility as an artist. Moore's connection to the American Pre-Raphaelite movement is evident in his attention to detail and commitment to realism, qualities that are also present in this portrait. The painting is a valuable piece for understanding the intersection of American and British art during this period.

Description of the work:

John Ruskin (1819-1900) by Charles Herbert Moore

This oil on canvas painting, created in 1894 by Charles Herbert Moore, depicts the influential art critic and social thinker John Ruskin with a focus on realistic detail and a subdued color palette characteristic of the late 19th-century portraiture style. The artwork is part of the collection at the Harvard Art Museums, reflecting Moore's connection to the academic environment where he served as a professor.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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John Ruskin (1819-1900)