The Boot Black
William P. Chappel
key Notes:
Urban realism, everyday life
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Dimensions:
6 1/16 x 9 1/8 in. (15.4 x 23.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on slate paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:
"The Boot Black," painted by William P. Chappel in the 1870s, depicts a young bootblack engaged in his trade, reflecting the social realities of urban life during that period. The work is notable for its attention to detail and the portrayal of the subject's dignity amidst the backdrop of 19th-century American society.
Description of the work:
"The Boot Black," painted by William P. Chappel in the 1870s using oil on slate paper, depicts a young boy engaged in the act of polishing shoes, capturing a moment of everyday life. The composition is characterized by its rich color palette and detailed rendering of the boy's expression and attire, emphasizing the contrast between the subject's innocence and the laborious task at hand.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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