Who painted Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams)?

Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams) was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1874.

Where can I see Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams)?

Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams)?

Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams) is associated with Romanticism.

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Artwork

Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams)

Alphonse Legros , 1874

Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams) is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower right in graphite: A. Legros (underlined)

About this work

Overview

Head of a Man (Possible Portrait of Professor E.D. Adams) is a drawing created by Alphonse Legros in 1874. It is executed in a mix of media on prepared paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a bearded man's profile, turned slightly towards the viewer. The subject's identity is not certain, but it may be Professor E.D. Adams. The portrait conveys a sense of immediacy through its loose, expressive lines.

Technique & Style

Legros employed a range of techniques, combining black and red chalk, yellow-green crayon, and graphite on orange-pink paper. The use of light shading and varied line work creates a sense of depth and texture, capturing the subject's wrinkles and facial structure.

History & Provenance

Alphonse Legros, a French-born artist naturalized in Britain, was a versatile artist who contributed to the British etching revival and art education in London. This drawing reflects his engagement with various artistic media and techniques.