Who painted Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended?

Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended was painted by Benjamin West in 1738.

Where can I see Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended?

Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended?

Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended?

Museum-quality prints of Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended

Benjamin West , 1738

Half-length figure of a man with his right arm extended is a drawing by the Baroque artist Benjamin West. It dates from 1738 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A drawing depicts a man in half-length, with his right arm outstretched.

About this work

Overview

A drawing depicts a man in half-length, with his right arm outstretched.

Subject & Meaning

The figure is shown in profile with his head turned slightly forward, his right arm extended with relaxed fingers, and his left hand resting on his chest, conveying a sense of gesture and emotion.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by rough, uneven lines and textured shading, giving the impression of a rapid, spontaneous execution with an emphasis on capturing the overall shape and mood rather than precise details.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Benjamin West

Benjamin West (October 10, 1738 – March 11, 1820) was an American-born British painter who specialised in history painting, creating such works as The Death of Nelson, The Death of General Wolfe, the Treaty of Paris,…