Charles Prentice Howland by Winslow Homer. A full-length oil portrait of a young boy in a dark suit with a white collar and red necktie, standing against a dark, atmospheric background.

Charles Prentice Howland

Winslow Homer

1878 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dignified 19th-century portrait of a young boy by American master Winslow Homer, capturing a moment of quiet poise.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with softened warm notes — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Deep burgundy, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1878, this oil portrait by Winslow Homer depicts Charles Prentice Howland as a young boy. Dressed in a formal dark suit accented by a bright red necktie and crisp white collar, the subject stands with a gentle, thoughtful expression. The rich, moody background highlights Homer's expressive brushwork and creates a sense of depth and heritage.