Artwork

Ideal Head

Ideal Head, by George Fuller, oil, 1888
Ideal Head, by George Fuller, oil, 1888

Ideal Head is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist George Fuller. It dates from 1888 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

Ideal Head is an oil painting created by George Fuller in 1888. The work is part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young boy with curly hair, dressed in a dark jacket, white shirt, and dark bow tie, gazing directly at the viewer. The dark background emphasizes his facial features and attire.

Technique & Style

Fuller's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, with the contrast between light and dark contributing to the overall mood of the portrait.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Fuller

Artist

George Fuller

George Fuller (1822–1884) was an American artist, born in Deerfield.