JimWilliam H. Johnson · 1930

  • Creation date1930
  • Dimensions55.0 x 46.0 cm

William H. Johnson (1901 – 1970)

William H. Johnson (1901-1970) was a pivotal American painter of the Harlem Renaissance, known for his expressive portraits & folk art style depictions of African American life and experiences. Explore his powerful modernist works!


About this artwork

  • Title: Jim
  • Artist: William H. Johnson
  • Year: 1930
  • Original dimensions: 55.0 x 46.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color hue: Amber to Saffron

Questions & Answers

How strong are the colors of "Jim"?

"Jim" by William H. Johnson is recorded with a balanced soft saturation and a balanced intensity.

How old was William H. Johnson when creating "Jim" in 1930?

William H. Johnson was 29 years old when creating "Jim" in 1930. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1901.

Is "Jim" by William H. Johnson a bright or a dark artwork?

Overall, "Jim" is recorded as deep_shadow. Perceived brightness describes how light or dark the work appears.

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