Robert Charles Winthrop (1809-1894)

Daniel Huntington

Created:

Movement:

1880

Realism

key Notes:

Portraiture, Victorian Elegance

Dimensions:

30 x 25 1/4 in. (76.2 x 64.1 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Robert Charles Winthrop (1809-1894)" is a portrait painted by American artist Daniel Huntington, completed in 1860. The work reflects Huntington's skill in capturing the likeness and character of prominent figures of his time, as Winthrop was a notable politician and philanthropist, serving as the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and later as the president of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.

Description of the work:

"Robert Charles Winthrop (1809-1894)" by Daniel Huntington is an oil on canvas portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, exuding a sense of dignity and authority. The composition is characterized by a rich color palette, with deep browns and warm tones, and the meticulous rendering of Winthrop's features, attire, and the textured background, which collectively emphasize his prominent social status.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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