Robert Dickey

John Wesley Jarvis

Created:
Movement:
1810
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Neoclassical Portraiture, Early American Realism
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Dimensions:
34 1/2 x 27 5/8 in. (87.6 x 70.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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John Wesley Jarvis: "Robert Dickey" (1810)

The painting "Robert Dickey" by John Wesley Jarvis, created in 1810, is an exemplary work of early American portraiture, executed in oil on wood. Jarvis, an English-born artist who emigrated to the United States, became one of the most prominent portrait painters in the early 19th century. His work is noted for its meticulous attention to detail and the ability to capture the character and status of his sitters. "Robert Dickey" reflects Jarvis's skill in rendering texture and expression, contributing to the development of a distinctly American style of portraiture. The painting holds historical significance as it documents the likeness of individuals who were influential in the social and economic spheres of the time. Jarvis's contributions to American art are underscored by his role in shaping the visual identity of the nation's emerging elite.

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Robert Dickey by John Wesley Jarvis

The painting "Robert Dickey" by John Wesley Jarvis, created in 1810, is an oil on wood portrait that exemplifies the American Neoclassical style with its precise attention to detail and formal composition. The artwork captures the likeness of Robert Dickey, a prominent figure of the era, and is noted for its use of rich color and texture typical of early 19th-century portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Robert Dickey