Portrait of a Seated Young Boy

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
Realism
key Notes:
Childhood Innocence, Intimate Composition
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Portrait of a Seated Young Boy," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1903, exemplifies the artist's focus on capturing the innocence and individuality of childhood through a direct and intimate portrayal. The painting is significant within Ross's oeuvre as it reflects his interest in color and form, contributing to the broader discourse on American portraiture in the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Seated Young Boy" by Denman Waldo Ross features a young male subject depicted in a relaxed seated posture, characterized by soft, naturalistic rendering and a warm color palette. The composition emphasizes the boy's expressive facial features and the texture of his clothing, while the background remains subdued, allowing the figure to occupy a central focus within the work.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Seated Young Boy