Fred Terry (1863–1933)
1920
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1920
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The painting depicts a man in a dark suit with a white shirt and a dark tie. He is wearing glasses and has short hair. The background is dark, which makes the man stand out. The man's face is serious, and he is looking straight at the viewer. His hands are clasped together in front of him, and he appears to be sitting down. The overall atmosphere of the painting is formal and somber. The painting is a portrait of a man, and it is done in a realistic style. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and dimensionality.
