Artwork
John McLean of Ohio
John McLean of Ohio is a print by the Romanticist artist Albert Newsam. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The print 'John McLean of Ohio' is a portrait created by Albert Newsam in 1832. It is a black-and-white lithograph depicting a serious-looking man in formal attire.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is identified as John McLean of Ohio, likely a political figure given the context and style of the portrait. The image conveys a sense of dignity and calmness, characteristic of formal portraits of the era.
Technique & Style
Newsam employed soft shading to create a nuanced representation of the subject's face, set against a plain background. The polished style is typical of early 19th-century American portraiture, reflecting Newsam's skill as a lithographer.
History & Provenance
Albert Newsam, born deaf in Ohio, developed his artistic skills at the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf. The print is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albert Newsam (May 20, 1809 – November 20, 1864) was an American lithographer and painter.
