Artwork
Portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson
Portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson is a print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Portrait of Alfred Lord Tennyson is a print created by Alphonse Legros in 1884, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Alfred Lord Tennyson, shown with a long white beard and mustache, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and collared shirt. His neutral facial expression and direct gaze engage the viewer.
Technique & Style
Legros's use of light and shadow creates depth and dimensionality in the portrait, with the subject's face being the primary focus against a minimal, undetailed background.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
