Artwork
Portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson
Portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson is a print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1942.87
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. Lewis B. Williams Collection
About this work
Overview
The Portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson is a print created by Alphonse Legros in 1884, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Alfred Lord Tennyson, shown with a long white beard and mustache, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and collared shirt. His neutral facial expression and direct gaze engage the viewer.
Technique & Style
Legros's use of light and shadow creates depth and dimensionality in the portrait, with the subject's face being the primary focus against a minimal, undetailed background.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation:; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
