The Quadroon

George Fuller

Created:
Movement:
1880
Tonalism
key Notes:
Racial identity, Emotional introspection
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Dimensions:
50 1/2 x 40 1/2 in. (128.3 x 102.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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The Quadroon by George Fuller

The Quadroon, painted by George Fuller in 1880, is an evocative work rendered in oil on canvas. This painting is significant for its exploration of racial identity and social issues in post-Civil War America, reflecting the complex narratives surrounding race and class during this period. Fuller's use of soft, atmospheric brushwork and muted tones creates a dreamlike quality, characteristic of his style, which often blends realism with elements of the ideal. The artist, George Fuller, was born in 1822 in Deerfield, Massachusetts, and initially pursued a career in portraiture before shifting to genre scenes that often carried social commentary. Fuller's work gained recognition posthumously, as his unique approach to subject matter and technique became more appreciated in the context of American art history. His contributions are noted for their emotional depth and the subtlety with which they address the human condition.

Description of the work:

The Quadroon by George Fuller (1880)

"The Quadroon" by George Fuller, created in 1880, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's characteristic blend of realism and idealism, often referred to as "dreamy realism." The artwork portrays a young woman of mixed racial heritage, reflecting the complex social issues of race and identity in 19th-century America.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Quadroon