Artwork
Arab Head
Arab Head is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist William Sartain. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.
About this work
Overview
Arab Head is an oil painting created by William Sartain in 1890. It exemplifies the artist's experimentation with diverse styles during this period.
Subject & Meaning
The painting is a portrait of an Arab man, shown from the chest up with a serious expression, wearing a headscarf. The subject is turned to the right, engaging the viewer's attention.
Technique & Style
Sartain employed a tonalist approach, utilizing a range of grays to achieve depth and texture. The dark background creates contrast, highlighting the subject. The use of chiaroscuro adds to the overall atmospheric effect of the painting.
History & Provenance
William Sartain, born in 1843, was an American artist active in New York's art circles. He was a founding member of the Society of American Artists and later served as president of the New York Art Club.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Sartain (November 21, 1843 – October 25, 1924) was an American artist, known for the moody tonalism of his paintings, and interests and influences that spanned Orientalism and the Barbizon plein air approach to art.
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