1865
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Portrait of a Young Man is a 1865 chalk by Eastman Johnson, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a young man facing forward, wearing a dark coat and a white cravat tied neatly at his neck. His hair is short and slightly wavy, and he has a serious expression. The background is plain, letting the focus stay on his face and clothing. The artist used soft chalk strokes to create gentle shadows and light, giving the portrait a warm, earthy tone. The loose lines make it feel quick and personal, like a snapshot rather than a polished work. Look up Johnson, Eastman to see more of his sketches.
Jonathan Eastman Johnson (July 29, 1824 – April 5, 1906) was an American painter and co-founder of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, with his name inscribed at its entrance.
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