Stephen Van Rensselaer

Chester (Charles) Harding

Created:

Movement:

1828

Realism

key Notes:

Federalist portraiture, aristocratic elegance

Dimensions:

36 x 28 in. (91.4 x 71.1 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Expert

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story of the work:

"Stephen Van Rensselaer," painted by Chester (Charles) Harding in 1828, is a portrait of the prominent American politician and landowner Stephen Van Rensselaer III, who played a significant role in New York's political and economic development. The painting exemplifies Harding's skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, reflecting the early 19th-century American portraiture style.

Description of the work:

"Stephen Van Rensselaer," painted by Chester (Charles) Harding in 1828, features a formal portrait composition that emphasizes the subject's dignified presence through a direct gaze and a carefully arranged attire. The use of oil on canvas allows for rich color and texture, highlighting the intricate details of Van Rensselaer's clothing and the subtle play of light across his features.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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