Created:
Movement:
1847
Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture, Southern Aristocracy
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Dimensions:
30 x 25 1/4 in. (76.2 x 64.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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Joseph Ogden Pierson by Jacques-Guillaume-Lucien Amans

The painting "Joseph Ogden Pierson," created in 1847 by Jacques-Guillaume-Lucien Amans, is an exemplary work of portraiture from the mid-19th century. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece reflects Amans' adept skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, a hallmark of his artistic practice. Amans, a French-born artist, was active primarily in New Orleans, where he became a prominent portraitist among the city's elite. His works are noted for their meticulous attention to detail and the subtle rendering of textures, which contribute to their lifelike quality. The painting of Joseph Ogden Pierson is significant not only for its artistic merit but also for its documentation of the social and cultural milieu of the time. Amans' portraits remain valuable historical records, offering insight into the personalities and fashions of 19th-century America.

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Joseph Ogden Pierson by Jacques-Guillaume-Lucien Amans

The painting "Joseph Ogden Pierson," created in 1847 by Jacques-Guillaume-Lucien Amans, is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies the refined and detailed style characteristic of 19th-century French academic art. The work captures the likeness of its subject with meticulous attention to detail, reflecting the artist's skill in rendering texture and expression.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Joseph Ogden Pierson