Artwork
Frederick Harrison
Frederick Harrison is a print by William Strang. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Frederick Harrison is a 1914 print by William Strang, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print is a portrait of a man, likely Frederick Harrison, depicted with a long white beard and mustache, wearing formal attire. The subject's prominent facial features are accentuated by the artist's use of light.
Technique & Style
Strang's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, with the subject's face well-lit against a lighter background, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's features.
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Artist & collection
Artist
William Strang (13 February 1859 – 12 April 1921) was a Scottish painter and printmaker, notable for illustrating the works of Bunyan, Cervantes, Coleridge, Kipling, and others.
