Portrait of a Young Man in Fur Hat

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
"Intimate realism" and "subtle color palette."
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in Fur Hat," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with portraiture and his interest in capturing the psychological depth of his subjects. The painting is notable for its rich texture and the interplay of light and shadow, reflecting Ross's academic training and his contributions to the American art scene during the early 20th century.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in Fur Hat," created by Denman Waldo Ross, features a young male subject adorned in a dark fur hat, which contrasts with the lighter tones of his skin and attire. The composition is characterized by a soft, painterly technique that emphasizes the subject's facial features and expression, while the background remains subdued, allowing the figure to occupy the viewer's focus.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man in Fur Hat