Charles Thompson
1818
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1818
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a man sitting at a desk, looking at the viewer. He is wearing a dark jacket over a yellow vest and white shirt. The man's hair is gray and cut short. His right hand rests on a stack of papers on the desk. The man's face is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is dark, which makes the man stand out. The overall mood of the painting is quiet and thoughtful. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.