Portrait of a Young Man in Black Jacket

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 Black Jacket," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with portraiture and his exploration of modernist techniques. The painting is notable for its psychological depth and use of color, reflecting Ross's influence from both American and European art movements of the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in Black Jacket" by Denman Waldo Ross features a young male subject depicted in a three-quarter pose, dressed in a dark jacket that contrasts with a lighter background. The painting is characterized by its loose brushwork and a muted color palette, emphasizing the subject's facial features and expression while conveying a sense of intimacy and immediacy.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man in Black Jacket