Ralph Inman (1713-1788)

Robert Feke

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Portraiture, Colonial American Identity

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Ralph Inman (1713-1788)" is a portrait painted by American artist Robert Feke around 1758, capturing the prominent Boston merchant and landowner in a formal pose that reflects the conventions of colonial portraiture. The work is significant for its demonstration of Feke's skill in rendering texture and detail, as well as its role in establishing the visual identity of American elite society during the 18th century.

Description of the work:

"Ralph Inman (1713-1788)" by Robert Feke is an oil on canvas portrait that depicts the subject in a three-quarter pose, characterized by a warm color palette and a soft, naturalistic rendering of skin tones. The composition is notable for its detailed depiction of Inman's attire, including a dark coat and a white cravat, set against a muted background that enhances the figure's prominence.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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