Artwork
Man Seated at a Table
Man Seated at a Table is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist John Rubens Smith. It dates from 1819 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Man Seated at a Table is a graphite drawing on laid paper created by John Rubens Smith in 1819.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a man sitting at a table, wearing a buttoned jacket and gazing directly ahead, his hands resting on the tabletop, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Simple lines and shading are used to create depth and texture, resulting in a subdued, introspective atmosphere.
Context
This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, a period characterized by a focus on emotion and the individual.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Rubens Smith (January 23, 1775 – August 21, 1849) was a London-born painter, printmaker and art instructor who worked in the United States.
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