Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)Kalman Kemeny · 1945

  • Art movementContemporary Realism
  • Creation date1945
  • Dimensions50.0 x 60.0 cm
  • MuseumHamilton Kerr Institute

Kalman Kemeny (1896 – 1994)

Kalman Kemeny: Captivating WWII artist! Known for poignant portraits & battle scenes from the Russian & Carpathian fronts. Explore his evocative realism.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)
  • Artist: Kalman Kemeny
  • Year: 1945
  • Original dimensions: 50.0 x 60.0 cm
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Hamilton Kerr Institute
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Main color: Rosy Brown
  • Keywords: kemeny artist profile, wwii portrait painting, 1945 oil painting

Questions & Answers

When was "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" made?

"Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" by Kalman Kemeny was created in 1945.

When was "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" created, and to which movement does it belong?

"Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" by Kalman Kemeny is dated 1945 and belongs to Contemporary Realism.

Does "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" show strong light-dark contrasts?

"Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" by Kalman Kemeny shows a gentle contrast between its light and dark areas.

Which palette and lead color define "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)"?

"Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" by Kalman Kemeny uses an earthy palette, with rosy brown (#a79f7f) as the dominant color.

How do movement and era meet in "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" by Kalman Kemeny?

"Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" belongs to the Contemporary Realism movement, and its creator worked in the Modern era.

Who created "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)"?

"Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" was created by Kalman Kemeny. The information on this page describes Kalman Kemeny's original work.

At what age did Kalman Kemeny make "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)"?

Kalman Kemeny was 49 years old when creating "Hamilton Kerr (1903–1974)" in 1945. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1896.

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