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
story of the work:

"John Ruskin (1819-1900)" is a portrait painted by Charles Herbert Moore, completed in 1882, which captures the influential art critic and social thinker in a contemplative pose, reflecting his intellectual gravitas. The painting is significant not only for its artistic merit but also for its role in commemorating Ruskin's contributions to art criticism and his advocacy for the Pre-Raphaelite movement, thereby influencing the trajectory of 19th-century British art.

Description of the work:

"John Ruskin (1819-1900)" by Charles Herbert Moore is a portrait that captures the prominent art critic and social thinker in a three-quarter view, characterized by a thoughtful expression and meticulously rendered facial features. The composition employs a muted color palette, with rich browns and soft greens, enhancing the subject's contemplative demeanor while the textured brushwork adds depth to the fabric of his attire.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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John Ruskin (1819-1900)