Portrait of a Young Man in a White Shirt

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Subtle realism, Intimate expression.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in a White 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 light, reflecting Ross's interest in the interplay between form and expression, and it has been recognized for its contribution to early 20th-century American art.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in a White Shirt" by Denman Waldo Ross features a young male subject depicted in a white shirt, characterized by a soft, naturalistic rendering of the face and a subtle play of light and shadow. The composition emphasizes the subject's contemplative expression, framed against a muted background that enhances the overall sense of intimacy and focus on the figure.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man in a White Shirt