The LuteThomas Wilmer Dewing · 1903

  • Art movementContemporary Realism
  • Creation date1903
  • Dimensions20.0 x 16.0 cm

Thomas Wilmer Dewing (1851 – 1938)

Discover the captivating tonalist paintings of Thomas Wilmer Dewing (1851-1938). Renowned for evocative portraits of aristocratic women and dreamlike scenes, Dewing was a key figure in American Aestheticism & founding member of The Ten.


About this artwork

  • Title: The Lute
  • Artist: Thomas Wilmer Dewing
  • Year: 1903
  • Original dimensions: 20.0 x 16.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Movement: Contemporary Realism
  • Corpus context: key tonalist portraiture, aestheticism
  • Keywords: tonalist painting style, "american aestheticism", decorative arts”
  • Perceived brightness: shadow

Questions & Answers

What is the perceived brightness of "The Lute" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing?

In terms of perceived brightness, "The Lute" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing is shadow.

How is "The Lute" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing proportioned, and how big is it?

"The Lute" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing is a portrait composition measuring 20 x 16 cm in the original.

Who is the artist behind "The Lute"?

"The Lute" was created by Thomas Wilmer Dewing. The information on this page describes Thomas Wilmer Dewing's original work.

What saturation and intensity does "The Lute" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing show?

The color of "The Lute" is balanced soft in saturation and balanced in intensity.

What is the creation date of "The Lute" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing?

"The Lute" dates from 1903. The date places the work within Thomas Wilmer Dewing's career and its era.

At what age did Thomas Wilmer Dewing make "The Lute"?

Thomas Wilmer Dewing made "The Lute" at the age of 52. The artist was born in 1851 and the work is dated 1903.

What art movement does "The Lute" by Thomas Wilmer Dewing belong to?

"The Lute" is a work of Contemporary Realism. The movement indicates the artistic tradition the work is part of.

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