What topics does The Student explore?

portrait, victorian era, woman, hat, scissors, book, elegant, formal

Is The Student under copyright?

No, this artwork is in the public domain.

What is the thematic context of The Student?

neoclassical ideals, portraiture tradition, 19th-century society, american identity, lafayette's legacy, formal elegance, west's influence", sully's mastery"

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The Student

Thomas Sully (1783 – 1872)

Explore the life & art of Thomas Sully (1783-1872), a British-American portrait painter famed for his Romantic style. Discover portraits of Jefferson, Adams, Lafayette & 'Passage of the Delaware'.

About this artwork

Title: The Student
Artist: Thomas Sully
Year: 1839
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Movement: Neoclassical
Creative period: Neoclassical
Keywords: sully artwork , victorian era art , oil on canvas art
Color intensity: Monochromatic
Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

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