Henry Lawson
1900
oil
From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales
1900
oil
From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales
The painting depicts a man with dark hair, dressed in a dark suit and red tie, holding a pen in his right hand. He is seated in a chair, with his left arm resting on the armrest. The background of the painting is dark, with the subject's name and date written in gold letters. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The overall mood of the painting is somber and introspective. To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, look up John Longstaff.
