The Drummer BoyWilliam Morris Hunt · 1862

  • Painting mediumAcrylic On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Creation date1862
  • MuseumMuseum of Fine Arts

William Morris Hunt (1824 – 1879)

William Morris Hunt (1824-1879): American Barbizon painter known for luminous landscapes & portraits. Inspired by Millet, he shaped 19th-century Boston art and championed European styles.

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About this artwork

  • Title: The Drummer Boy
  • Artist: William Morris Hunt
  • Year: 1862
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Museum of Fine Arts
  • Main color: Rosy Brown
  • Purpose: Accent
  • Keywords: portrait art, barbizon school, calm composition
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

What size and orientation are recommended for a print of "The Drummer Boy" by William Morris Hunt?

A print of "The Drummer Boy" by William Morris Hunt is recommended at a large size in portrait orientation.

What was William Morris Hunt's age when "The Drummer Boy" was created?

William Morris Hunt was 38 years old when creating "The Drummer Boy" in 1862. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1824.

What colors dominate "The Drummer Boy" by William Morris Hunt?

The color identity of "The Drummer Boy" by William Morris Hunt: a neutrals palette, dominated by rosy brown (#aba380).

When and with what materials was "The Drummer Boy" made?

"The Drummer Boy" was created in 1862 using the acrylic on canvas technique. Material and date describe how and when the original was made.

What is "The Drummer Boy" made with?

"The Drummer Boy" is executed in acrylic on canvas.

Who created "The Drummer Boy"?

"The Drummer Boy" is attributed to William Morris Hunt.

In what year was "The Drummer Boy" by William Morris Hunt created?

The creation of "The Drummer Boy" by William Morris Hunt is dated 1862.

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