Kenneth J. Conant (1894-1984)

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Portraiture, Academic Realism
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Kenneth J. Conant (1894-1984)" is a portrait painted by Denman Waldo Ross, an American artist known for his contributions to both painting and art education. The work reflects Ross's engagement with prominent figures in academia, as Conant was a distinguished architectural historian and professor, highlighting the intersection of art and intellectual discourse in early 20th-century America.

Description of the work:

"Kenneth J. Conant (1894-1984)" by Denman Waldo Ross is a portrait that employs a muted color palette, emphasizing the subject's contemplative expression and scholarly demeanor. The composition is characterized by a balanced arrangement of forms and a soft interplay of light and shadow, which collectively enhance the psychological depth of the figure.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Kenneth J. Conant (1894-1984)