Leonidas WetmoreGeorge Caleb Bingham · 1839

  • Painting mediumOil
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementAmerican Realism
  • Creation date1839
  • Art period19th Century

George Caleb Bingham (1811 – 1879)

Explore the art of George Caleb Bingham (1811-1879), a master of American Realism & Luminism. Discover iconic paintings capturing frontier life, politics & the spirit of 19th-century America.


About this artwork

  • Title: Leonidas Wetmore
  • Artist: George Caleb Bingham
  • Year: 1839
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Medium: Oil
  • Period: 19th Century
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Purpose: Conversation

Quick Facts

  • Artist: George Caleb Bingham
  • Subject or theme: Portrait of a man in military uniform
  • Title: Leonidas Wetmore
  • Year: 1839

Questions & Answers

At what age did George Caleb Bingham make "Leonidas Wetmore"?

George Caleb Bingham was 28 years old when creating "Leonidas Wetmore" in 1839. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1811.

Is "Leonidas Wetmore" by George Caleb Bingham a portrait, landscape or square composition?

"Leonidas Wetmore" by George Caleb Bingham is a portrait composition. The proportions are worth checking before choosing a print size.

What stage of George Caleb Bingham's development does "Leonidas Wetmore" represent?

"Leonidas Wetmore" represents the Early Period of George Caleb Bingham.

Who is the artist behind "Leonidas Wetmore"?

The artist behind "Leonidas Wetmore" is George Caleb Bingham. The work is catalogued under George Caleb Bingham's name.

What color saturation does "Leonidas Wetmore" by George Caleb Bingham have?

The colors of "Leonidas Wetmore" by George Caleb Bingham have a balanced soft saturation. Saturation describes how vivid or muted the colors are.

When was "Leonidas Wetmore" made?

The creation of "Leonidas Wetmore" by George Caleb Bingham is dated 1839.

What is "Leonidas Wetmore" made with?

The medium of "Leonidas Wetmore" by George Caleb Bingham is oil. Reproductions aim to render the appearance of this technique.

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