Is Head of a boy under copyright?

No, this artwork is in the public domain.

What is the thematic context of Head of a boy?

realist portraiture influence, italian academic tradition, humanity & emotion focus, 19th century social themes, conservative artistic style, lega's early masterpiece", exploring human form, reflecting italian society

What topics does Head of a boy explore?

portrait of a boy, italian realism”, “19th century portrait”, “classic painting style”, “human figure art”, “sensitive portraiture”, “young male subject”

Artwork Info: Head of a boy

Head of a boy

Academic Realism
1890
37.0 x 26.0 cm

Silvestro Lega (1826 – 1895)

Silvestro Lega (1826-1895) was a leading Italian Realist painter of the Macchiaioli movement, known for intimate scenes & landscapes reflecting rural life and the Risorgimento.

About this artwork

Title: Head of a boy
Artist: Silvestro Lega
Year: 1890
Original dimensions: 37.0 x 26.0 cm
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Corpus context: italian academic tradition, reflecting italian society
Color palette: Earthy
Main color: Phthalo Green
Keywords: vintage painting, oil on canvas, head of boy

Head of a boy

Silvestro Lega (1826 – 1895)

About this artwork

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