Artwork
Charlie
Charlie is an oil painting by Alfred Henry O'Keeffe. It dates from 1937 and is held in the collection of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.
About this work
Overview
Charlie is a 1937 oil painting by Alfred Henry O'Keeffe, a New Zealand artist and educator.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young man with short dark hair, dressed in a white shirt and dark tie, with a brown belt around his waist. His right hand is raised to his chin, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
The painting is characterized by visible brushstrokes and a muted color palette, with the subject set against a plain background.
History & Provenance
O'Keeffe created this work while living in Dunedin, where he was among the few local artists to explore new ideas without traveling abroad.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Alfred Henry O'Keeffe (21 July 1858 - 27 July 1941), was a New Zealand artist and art teacher, who spent the majority of his life in Dunedin.
Museum
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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