Alexander N. Fullerton
1865
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1865
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting is a portrait of a man. He is sitting in a chair, wearing a dark jacket and white shirt. The background is dark, and the lighting is soft. The man's face is serious, and he is looking straight ahead. His hands are resting on his lap, and he is holding a small object that is hard to make out. The overall mood of the painting is calm and dignified. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
