Artwork
Man with a Watch Fob
Man with a Watch Fob is an oil painting by the Realist artist Samuel Lovett Waldo. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
Man with a Watch Fob is an oil painting created by Samuel Lovett Waldo in 1830. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a seated man in a dark jacket and white cravat, gazing directly at the viewer. A watch fob on his jacket suggests an air of prosperity and attention to time.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of depth and volume, drawing attention to the subject against a muted background.
Artist & collection
