Catherine A. MayAmmi PhillipsNone

  • Art movementAmerican Folk Art

Ammi Phillips (1788 – 1865)

Ammi Phillips (1788-1865) was a prominent American folk artist known for his itinerant portraiture across Connecticut, Massachusetts & New York. Discover his distinctive style – characterized by clarity, precision, and intimate depictions of early Am


About this artwork

  • Title: Catherine A. May
  • Artist: Ammi Phillips
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Movement: American Folk Art
  • Main color: Black
  • Keywords: museum quality print, catherine a may painting, ammi phillips portrait
  • Color intensity: Monochromatic
  • Topics: classic portrait, historical dress, woman portrait

Questions & Answers

Which artistic current is "Catherine A. May" by Ammi Phillips part of?

The movement associated with "Catherine A. May" by Ammi Phillips is American Folk Art. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

What color intensity does "Catherine A. May" by Ammi Phillips have?

"Catherine A. May" by Ammi Phillips shows a monochromatic color intensity.

Who created "Catherine A. May" and what style is it in?

Behind "Catherine A. May" stand Ammi Phillips and the American Folk Art movement.

Who created "Catherine A. May"?

The artist behind "Catherine A. May" is Ammi Phillips. The work is catalogued under Ammi Phillips's name.

What underlying hue runs through "Catherine A. May" by Ammi Phillips?

An amber to saffron hue runs through "Catherine A. May" by Ammi Phillips.

Does "Catherine A. May" by Ammi Phillips use strong contrasts or soft harmonies?

In "Catherine A. May", a bold contrast is paired with a strong color unity harmony.

What is "Catherine A. May" about?

The subjects of "Catherine A. May" are portraiture, 19th century, american history, folk art, woman portrait, historical dress, classic portrait.

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