Artwork
Kenneth Fearing
Kenneth Fearing is an oil painting by the Realist artist Alice Neel. It dates from 1935 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Kenneth Fearing is a 1935 oil painting by Alice Neel, an American artist known for her figurative works. The portrait is part of the Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Kenneth Fearing seated at a table, surrounded by objects, holding a red book and a black pot. The background is a bustling cityscape, suggesting the subject's urban environment.
Technique & Style
Neel's realist style is characterized by expressive and psychologically nuanced representation. The contrast between the warm tones of Fearing's clothing and the cool tones of the surroundings adds depth to the composition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alice Neel (January 28, 1900 – October 13, 1984) was an American visual artist. Recognized for her paintings of friends, family, lovers, poets, artists, and strangers, Neel is considered one of the greatest American…
