Who painted Untitled [Portrait of a young man]?

Untitled [Portrait of a young man] was painted by Elizabeth Berry in 1932.

Where can I see Untitled [Portrait of a young man]?

Untitled [Portrait of a young man] is held by Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

What movement is Untitled [Portrait of a young man]?

Untitled [Portrait of a young man] is associated with American Folk Art.

Can I buy a print of Untitled [Portrait of a young man]?

Museum-quality prints of Untitled [Portrait of a young man] are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Untitled [Portrait of a young man]

Elizabeth Berry , 1932

Untitled [Portrait of a young man] is an oil painting by the American Folk Art artist Elizabeth Berry. It dates from 1932 and is held in the collection of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

About this work

Overview

Untitled [Portrait of a young man] is an oil painting created by Elizabeth Berry in 1932, held at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young man with short, dark hair, wearing a brown coat and white shirt, lost in thought with a subtle, neutral expression. His downward-cast eyes and serious demeanor suggest contemplation.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro to create depth and contrast, with a light source from the left, highlighting the subject's face while the dark blue-gray background recedes.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Elizabeth Berry

Elizabeth Berry (1910–1940) was an artist, born in Palmerston North.

Museum

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

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