Benjamin Franklin
1901
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1901
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Benjamin Franklin is a 1901 by Max Rosenthal, depicting Benjamin Franklin, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows Benjamin Franklin. He's dressed in simple clothes, looking thoughtful. The artist likely chose a simple style to focus on Franklin's face and expression, which is interesting because it makes him seem more like a regular person. The painting's style is not flashy, which fits with Franklin's humble personality. This makes the painting feel more down-to-earth. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of sfumato.
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