Mr GloverJames Elder Christie · 1883

  • Art movementRealism
  • Creation date1883

James Elder Christie (1847 – 1914)

James Elder Christie (1847-1914) was a Scottish portrait & genre painter associated with the Glasgow Boys. Known for allegorical scenes, children's portraits, and works inspired by Robert Burns. Discover his broad style paintings!


About this artwork

  • Title: Mr Glover
  • Artist: James Elder Christie
  • Year: 1883
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Corpus context: victorian dignity & form, scottish portraiture tradition
  • Main color: Espresso
  • Keywords: 1883 oil painting, mr glover portrait, mustache portrait art
  • Color hue: Amber to Saffron
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

Questions & Answers

When was "Mr Glover" made?

"Mr Glover" by James Elder Christie was created in 1883.

How much light do the colors of "Mr Glover" appear to reflect?

The colors of "Mr Glover" show a dark luminance.

What color palette is used in "Mr Glover" by James Elder Christie?

The colors of "Mr Glover" form an earthy palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.

What was James Elder Christie's age when "Mr Glover" was created?

James Elder Christie was 36 years old when creating "Mr Glover" in 1883. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1847.

What does "Mr Glover" by James Elder Christie depict?

The subjects of "Mr Glover" are portrait, victorian era, male figure, dark palette, thoughtful, melancholy, oil painting, profile view.

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