Artwork
Levi Willard
Levi Willard is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Winthrop Chandler. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
Levi Willard is a portrait painted in oil in 1772 by Winthrop Chandler, an American artist active during the colonial period.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Levi Willard, dressed in a dark blue military coat with gold buttons, conveying his rank and seriousness through his attire and expression.
Technique & Style
Characterized by simplicity and precision, the portrait showcases Chandler's attention to detail, evident in the rendering of the subject's coat folds and wig texture.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection, indicating its significance within the context of American art from the period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Winthrop Chandler (April 6, 1747 – July 29, 1790) was an American artist known for his portraits, mainly of family members and neighbors, and a few landscapes. He also worked as an ornamental artist.
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