Who painted Rev. Thomas Barton?

Rev. Thomas Barton was painted by Max Rosenthal in 1883.

Where can I see Rev. Thomas Barton?

Rev. Thomas Barton is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Rev. Thomas Barton

Rev. Thomas Barton is a print by Max Rosenthal. It dates from 1883 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Rev.

About this work

Overview

Rev. Thomas Barton is a print by Max Rosenthal, created around 1883, and is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a man, likely a clergyman due to his attire, with white hair and a serious expression, gazing directly at the viewer. His dark jacket and white collar are rendered in detail, set against a light background.

Technique & Style

Rosenthal employed chiaroscuro to achieve a sense of depth and dimensionality, using contrasting light and dark areas to draw attention to the subject's face and create a sense of volume.