Artwork
Portrait of Sir Hiram S. Maxim
Portrait of Sir Hiram S. Maxim 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. Portrait of Sir Hiram S.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of Sir Hiram S. Maxim is a print by Alphonse Legros, created in 1884. It is a black-and-white portrait held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts an older man with a full beard and mustache, wearing a collared shirt with a plaid pattern. The subject's wavy gray hair and facial features are rendered in detail.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by simple yet precise lines, with soft shading used to convey light and shadow, resulting in a gentle appearance. This style was typical of late 19th-century portraiture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
