Portrait of a Seated Man with Hands Clasped

"Portrait of a Seated Man with Hands Clasped," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's interest in capturing the psychological depth and individuality of his subjects through a modernist lens. The painting reflects Ross's broader contributions to American art as both a painter and an educator, influencing the development of modernist practices in the early 20th century.

"Portrait of a Seated Man with Hands Clasped" by Denman Waldo Ross features a seated male figure rendered in a contemplative pose, with his hands clasped in front of him. The composition is characterized by a muted color palette and a focus on the interplay of light and shadow, which accentuates the subject's facial features and the texture of his clothing.