John Trowbridge (1843-1923)

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

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key Notes:

Portraiture, Impressionistic style

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"John Trowbridge (1843-1923)" is a portrait painted by Denman Waldo Ross, an American artist known for his contributions to both painting and education in the arts. The work reflects Ross's engagement with prominent figures of his time, capturing Trowbridge, a notable author and physicist, and exemplifying the artist's skill in rendering character and personality through portraiture.

Description of the work:

"John Trowbridge (1843-1923)" by Denman Waldo Ross is a portrait that employs a muted color palette, predominantly featuring earth tones and soft brushwork to convey a sense of intimacy and realism. The composition is characterized by a three-quarter view of the subject, with a focus on the facial expression and attire, which reflects the period's fashion, while the background remains understated to emphasize the figure.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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