Artwork
Milton Rosmer
Milton Rosmer is a paint painting by Robert John Swan. It dates from 1938 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This 1938 oil portrait depicts Milton Rosmer in a three-quarter view, focusing on his head and shoulders against a warm, ochre-brown background.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Milton Rosmer, is portrayed with a serious expression, dressed in a distinctive green shirt and red tie, his gaze directed to the viewer's right, conveying a sense of introspection.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a realistic style to render Rosmer's likeness, emphasizing detailed, naturalistic representation of the subject's features and attire.
History & Provenance
The painting is signed by the artist and is part of the collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert John Swan painted portraits of real people in mid-20th-century Britain. His brush captured figures like Milton Rosmer in 1938 and Beatrix Fielden-Kaye in 1939, along with Lindsay Kemp in a 1962 portrait titled…
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