Portrait of a Young Man Leaning Head on Arm

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Intimate contemplation, Soft chiaroscuro.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man Leaning Head on Arm," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with modernist techniques and his interest in portraiture as a means of psychological exploration. The painting is notable for its intimate composition and use of color, reflecting Ross's broader contributions to American art and his role as an educator at Harvard University, where he influenced a generation of artists.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man Leaning Head on Arm," created by Denman Waldo Ross, features a young male subject depicted in a relaxed pose, with his head resting on his arm, conveying a sense of introspection. The composition is characterized by a soft color palette and fluid brushwork, which enhance the emotional depth of the figure while emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow across the subject's features.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man Leaning Head on Arm