1830
oil
canvas
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
Dominant colour
The Honorable Russell Freeman is a 1830 oil by Chester (Charles) Harding, a American Folk Art work, held at Brooklyn Museum.
This portrait depicts a man dressed in formal attire, with a dark coat and a white shirt. The background is a plain, dark color. The man's facial expression is neutral, and his hair is styled in a neat, short fashion. He appears to be seated, with his body turned slightly to the right. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Chester Harding (September 1, 1792 – April 1, 1866) was an American portrait painter known for his paintings of prominent figures in the United States and England.
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