Old World Portraits
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Robert Henri
A striking and soulful portrait by Robert Henri, featuring bold brushwork and a rich, atmospheric palette.
Mr. George Cotton Smith
Robert Henri
1908 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This evocative 1908 portrait by Robert Henri captures a distinguished gentleman with a remarkable white beard and piercing blue eyes.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted in 1908 by Robert Henri, a leading figure of the Ashcan School, this portrait of Mr. George Cotton Smith showcases the artist's characteristic bold, expressive brushwork. The subject's contemplative gaze and the dramatic contrast between his dark coat and the softly lit face create a powerful, timeless presence.
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