Portrait of an Asian Man with Red Robe
Denman Waldo Ross
key Notes:
Cultural Identity, Vibrant Robe
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medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Portrait of an Asian Man with Red Robe," created by Denman Waldo Ross in 1910, exemplifies the artist's engagement with portraiture and his interest in cultural representation. The painting reflects Ross's academic background and his role as a professor at Harvard University, where he influenced the study of art and aesthetics in the early 20th century.
Description of the work:
"Portrait of an Asian Man with Red Robe," painted by Denman Waldo Ross, features a seated male figure adorned in a vibrant red robe, which contrasts with the muted tones of the background. The composition emphasizes the subject's facial features and expression, rendered with a focus on naturalism and a subtle interplay of light and shadow that enhances the three-dimensionality of the form.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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