Profile Portrait of a Young Boy in a White Cap

Denman Waldo Ross

Created:
Movement:
c. 1900
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Childhood innocence, White cap.
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Oil on canvas
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Profile Portrait of a Young Boy in a White Cap

The painting titled "Profile Portrait of a Young Boy in a White Cap" by Denman Waldo Ross, created circa 1900, is an exemplary work of oil on canvas. This piece reflects Ross's interest in capturing the subtleties of human expression and the delicate interplay of light and shadow. As an artist and a prominent art collector, Ross contributed significantly to the American art scene in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work often emphasized the importance of color theory and composition, which he also taught as a professor at Harvard University. The painting is notable for its serene depiction of youth, rendered with a keen attention to detail and a soft palette. Ross's contributions extend beyond his paintings, as he played a crucial role in shaping the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, where he served as a trustee.

Description of the work:

"Profile Portrait of a Young Boy in a White Cap" by Denman Waldo Ross, created circa 1900, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's attention to detail and subtle use of color. The artwork features a young boy in profile, wearing a white cap, and reflects the stylistic influences of late 19th-century portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Profile Portrait of a Young Boy in a White Cap