Mrs. Samuel L. Waldo

Samuel Lovett Waldo

Created:
Movement:
1826
Realism
key Notes:
Neoclassical Portraiture, Elegant Attire
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Dimensions:
30 1/4 x 25 5/8 in. (76.8 x 65.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
story of the work:

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Mrs. Samuel L. Waldo by Samuel Lovett Waldo

The painting "Mrs. Samuel L. Waldo," created in 1826 by Samuel Lovett Waldo, is an exemplary work of early 19th-century American portraiture. Executed in oil on wood, this piece reflects Waldo's adept skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, a hallmark of his artistic career. Waldo, born in 1783, was a prominent American portrait artist who trained under the tutelage of the renowned painter Benjamin West in London. His works are noted for their meticulous attention to detail and the ability to convey the social status and personality of the sitter. The painting of Mrs. Waldo not only serves as a personal depiction but also provides insight into the fashion and cultural norms of the period. Waldo's contributions to American art are significant, as he helped shape the development of portrait painting in the United States during the early 19th century.

Description of the work:

Mrs. Samuel L. Waldo by Samuel Lovett Waldo

Created in 1826, "Mrs. Samuel L. Waldo" by Samuel Lovett Waldo is an oil on wood portrait that exemplifies the American Neoclassical style, characterized by its refined elegance and attention to detail. The painting depicts the wife of the artist, capturing her with a serene expression and meticulous rendering, typical of early 19th-century American portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Mrs. Samuel L. Waldo