Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Sweater

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
story of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Sweater," 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 contributes to the understanding of identity and representation during that period.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Sweater" by Denman Waldo Ross features a young male subject depicted in a frontal pose, characterized by a somber expression and direct gaze. The composition is dominated by the contrast of the dark sweater against a muted background, emphasizing the subject's facial features and the texture of the fabric.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man in a Black Sweater