Portrait of a Young Man, after Tintoretto

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:

Movement:

c. 1900

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key Notes:

Renaissance Revival, Introspective Youth

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man, after Tintoretto" by Denman Waldo Ross is a 20th-century work that reflects the artist's engagement with the techniques and styles of the Venetian Renaissance, particularly those of Jacopo Tintoretto. The painting exemplifies Ross's interest in the interplay of light and shadow, as well as his commitment to the tradition of portraiture, contributing to the discourse on the revival of classical themes in modern art.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man, after Tintoretto" by Denman Waldo Ross is characterized by its rich color palette and dynamic brushwork, reflecting the influence of the Venetian master Tintoretto. The composition features a young male figure, depicted in three-quarter view, with a contemplative expression and draped in garments that suggest both elegance and movement, set against a dark, atmospheric background that enhances the subject's prominence.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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