Portrait of a Woman Wearing Red and Black

"Portrait of a Woman Wearing Red and Black," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's exploration of color and form, reflecting his interest in the interplay between abstraction and representation. The painting is significant within the context of early 20th-century American art, showcasing Ross's influence as a painter and educator who contributed to the development of modernist aesthetics in the United States.

"Portrait of a Woman Wearing Red and Black" by Denman Waldo Ross features a female subject adorned in a striking red and black ensemble, which contrasts with the softer tones of her skin and the background. The composition emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, highlighting the textures of the fabric and the subject's contemplative expression, characteristic of Ross's approach to portraiture.