Artwork
Man Seated at a Table
Man Seated at a Table is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist John Rubens Smith. It dates from 1819 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower right in graphite: I R Smith / N.Y.1819; lower left verso in graphite by unknown hand (upside down):5; lower right verso in graphite by unknown hand: 5
About this work
Overview
Man Seated at a Table is a graphite drawing on laid paper created by John Rubens Smith in 1819.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a man sitting at a table, wearing a buttoned jacket and gazing directly ahead, his hands resting on the tabletop, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Simple lines and shading are used to create depth and texture, resulting in a subdued, introspective atmosphere.
Context
This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, a period characterized by a focus on emotion and the individual.
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Artist & collection
Artist
John Rubens Smith (January 23, 1775 – August 21, 1849) was a London-born painter, printmaker and art instructor who worked in the United States.
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