Master Charles William Park
1793
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
1793
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
This portrait depicts a young boy, Master Charles William Park, sitting on a rock in a lush outdoor setting. He is dressed in a dark blue coat with gold buttons, a white shirt, and black pants. His right hand rests on his head, while his left hand is placed on his knee. The boy's attire and the outdoor backdrop suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. To learn more about the techniques used in this portrait, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
