Artwork
Horace Gray
Horace Gray is a print by the Impressionist artist Albert Rosenthal. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1917.701
- Credit line
- Gift of Albert Rosenthal
About this work
Overview
Horace Gray is a black-and-white print created by Albert Rosenthal in 1890. It is a portrait of an older man and is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts an older man, identified as Horace Gray, in a dark suit and bow tie. His serious expression and bald head are prominent against a plain background. The image conveys a sense of solemnity and introspection.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by sketchy lines and shading, giving it a textured quality. Rosenthal's straightforward depiction is typical of late 19th-century American portraiture. The artist's use of black and white creates a sense of simplicity and focus on the subject.
History & Provenance
Albert Rosenthal, an American portrait artist and printmaker from Philadelphia, created Horace Gray in 1890. The work is signed in the lower right corner and includes the subject's name below his hand.
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Artist
Albert Rosenthal (January 30, 1863 – December 20, 1939) was an American portrait artist, printmaker, writer, and collector from Philadelphia.
