Portrait of a Young Boy in Jacket and Tie

Denman Waldo Ross

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

"Portrait of a Young Boy in Jacket and Tie," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1903, exemplifies the artist's focus on capturing the individuality and psychological depth of his subjects, often through the use of vibrant color and expressive brushwork. The painting reflects Ross's engagement with the American Impressionist movement and his role as an educator, influencing future generations of artists through his teaching at Harvard University.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Boy in Jacket and Tie," painted by Denman Waldo Ross, features a young male subject dressed in formal attire, characterized by a dark jacket and a neatly tied bow tie. The composition emphasizes the boy's expressive facial features and direct gaze, rendered with a soft yet precise brushwork that highlights the interplay of light and shadow across his clothing and skin.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Boy in Jacket and Tie