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Portrait of an Unknown Man, by Charles Loring Elliott, oil, 1850

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Overview

Portrait of an Unknown Man is a 1850 oil by Charles Loring Elliott, a Realism work, held at Walters Art Museum.

Who painted this?
Charles Loring Elliott
When & what style?
1850 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Walters Art Museum

About this work

This portrait depicts a man with dark, wavy hair and a serious expression. He is dressed in a black jacket, white shirt, and black bow tie, set against a muted background. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the portfolio of Charles Loring Elliott.

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Portrait of Charles Loring Elliott
Artist

Charles Loring Elliott

Charles Loring Elliott (1812 – 1868) was an American painter known for his portraits.

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