John Warren (1753-1815), after Rembrandt Peale

Mary Brewster Hazelton

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Portraiture, Neoclassical realism

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"John Warren (1753-1815), after Rembrandt Peale" is a portrait created by Mary Brewster Hazelton, an American artist known for her work in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This painting reflects Hazelton's engagement with historical figures and her ability to reinterpret classical portraiture, contributing to the understanding of American identity and the legacy of portrait painting in the context of early American history.

Description of the work:

The painting "John Warren (1753-1815), after Rembrandt Peale" by Mary Brewster Hazelton features a portrait of John Warren, characterized by a formal pose and a dignified expression, rendered in a palette of muted earth tones. The composition emphasizes the subject's prominent features and attire, with a soft, diffused light that enhances the texture of the fabric and the subtle modeling of the face.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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