Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Shirt

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Intimate realism, subdued palette.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Shirt," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with modernist techniques and his exploration of portraiture. The painting is notable for its use of color and form, reflecting Ross's influence from both American and European art movements of the early 20th century, and it is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Shirt" by Denman Waldo Ross features a young male subject depicted against a muted background, emphasizing the figure's attire and facial expression. The use of a dark palette for the shirt contrasts with the lighter tones of the skin, while the brushwork reflects Ross's interest in capturing both the physical likeness and the psychological depth of the subject.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Shirt