Portrait of a Young Man with Clasped Hands

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Intimate Expression, Subtle Realism
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man with Clasped Hands," 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 use of color and light, reflecting Ross's training in both traditional and modernist techniques, and it has been recognized for its contribution to early 20th-century American art.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man with Clasped Hands," created by Denman Waldo Ross, features a young male subject depicted in a three-quarter view, characterized by a soft, naturalistic rendering of the face and hands. The composition employs a muted color palette, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow, while the subject's clasped hands suggest a contemplative demeanor, contributing to the overall sense of intimacy and introspection in the work.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man with Clasped Hands