Portrait of a Young Man with White Scarf and Headband

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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key Notes:
Youthful introspection, vibrant color 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 with White Scarf and Headband," 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 vibrant color palette and expressive brushwork, reflecting Ross's influence from both American Impressionism and European avant-garde movements.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Young Man with White Scarf and Headband" by Denman Waldo Ross features a young male subject adorned with a white scarf and headband, rendered in a palette that emphasizes soft, muted tones. The composition highlights the subject's facial features through a careful interplay of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and intimacy within the portrait.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Portrait of a Young Man with White Scarf and Headband