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The Barnstormer, Old South Theater, Boston, by Arthur Clifton Goodwin, unspecified, 1918

The Barnstormer, Old South Theater, Boston

Arthur Clifton Goodwin

1918

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston

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Overview

The Barnstormer, Old South Theater, Boston is a 1918 unspecified by Arthur Clifton Goodwin, a American Impressionism work, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Who painted this?
Arthur Clifton Goodwin
When & what style?
1918 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Fine Arts Boston

About this work

The painting depicts a man standing on a stage, dressed in a dark suit and white shirt. He is positioned centrally, with his hands clasped together in front of him. The background of the painting features a large, dark wall with a doorway or archway to the left of the man. In the foreground, several people are seated, facing the man on stage. The overall atmosphere of the painting appears to be one of quiet contemplation, with the man on stage seemingly lost in thought. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting adds depth and dimension to the scene, creating a sense of drama and tension.

About the artist

Artist

Arthur Clifton Goodwin

Arthur Clifton Goodwin (1864–1929) was an artist, born in Portsmouth.

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