Samuel Gilman (1791-1858)

Alvan Fisher

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Realism

key Notes:

Portraiture, Romanticism

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Samuel Gilman (1791-1858)" is a portrait painted by American artist Alvan Fisher, completed in 1830. The work reflects Fisher's skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, contributing to the tradition of American portraiture in the early 19th century, and it is significant for its representation of Gilman, a prominent figure in the cultural and religious life of New England.

Description of the work:

"Samuel Gilman (1791-1858)" by Alvan Fisher is a portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, characterized by a soft, naturalistic rendering of the face and a subtle interplay of light and shadow. The composition is enhanced by a muted color palette, with rich earth tones that convey a sense of dignity and introspection, while the background remains unobtrusive, allowing the figure to dominate the visual field.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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