Portrait of a Young Man in Open White Shirt

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Intimate realism, expressive simplicity.
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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 Open White Shirt," created by Denman Waldo Ross in the early 20th century, exemplifies the artist's interest in modernist portraiture and the exploration of light and form. The painting is significant for its innovative approach to depicting the human figure, reflecting Ross's engagement with contemporary artistic movements and his role in the development of American art during that period.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man in Open White Shirt" by Denman Waldo Ross features a youthful male figure depicted with an open white shirt, which contrasts with the warm, muted tones of the background. The composition emphasizes the subject's facial features and expression, rendered with a soft, painterly technique that highlights Ross's interest in capturing the nuances of light and form.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man in Open White Shirt