Portrait of a Standing Young Man, Hands Behind Back

"Portrait of a Standing Young Man, Hands Behind Back" is a notable work by Denman Waldo Ross, an American painter and educator associated with the Boston School of painting. Created in the early 20th century, the painting exemplifies Ross's mastery of portraiture and his ability to convey psychological depth through posture and expression, contributing to the evolution of American art during that period.

"Portrait of a Standing Young Man, Hands Behind Back" by Denman Waldo Ross features a young male figure depicted in a three-quarter pose, characterized by a subtle interplay of light and shadow that accentuates the contours of his form. The composition is marked by a muted color palette, with soft brushwork that conveys a sense of intimacy and immediacy, while the subject's hands are positioned behind his back, suggesting a posture of contemplation or poise.