John BrownWilliam H. Johnson · 1944

  • Painting mediumOil
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementHarlem Renaissance
  • Creation date1944
  • Art periodModern
  • Dimensions43.0 x 53.0 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: John Brown
  • Artist: William H. Johnson
  • Year: 1944
  • Original dimensions: 43.0 x 53.0 cm
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Creative period: Mature Period
  • Color palette: Warm
  • Main color: Coral

Questions & Answers

How does "John Brown" balance light and dark?

The recorded values for "John Brown" by William H. Johnson are: brilliant brightness, bright balance luminance.

Which artist is "John Brown" attributed to?

"John Brown" is attributed to William H. Johnson.

What stage of William H. Johnson's career does "John Brown" (1944) belong to?

The 1944 date places "John Brown" in the Mature Period of William H. Johnson's development.

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