BENJAMIN FRANKLIN YOE AND SON (1810) by Joshua Johnson

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN YOE AND SON - Joshua Johnson - 1810

Artwork Information

TitleBENJAMIN FRANKLIN YOE AND SON
ArtistJoshua Johnson
Date1810
Art MovementNaïve Art (Primitivism)

About BENJAMIN FRANKLIN YOE AND SON

The artwork titled “Benjamin Franklin Yoe and Son,” created by Joshua Johnson in 1810, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is a portrait genre piece. This formal depiction provides a glimpse into early nineteenth-century American portraiture.

In the artwork, a man and a young boy are seated together, conveying a sense of familial bond and serenity. The older figure, presumably the father, is dressed in formal attire, including a black overcoat and white shirt with a high collar. His expression is composed, presenting an aura of dignified calm. The younger boy, presumably his son, is dressed in a blue suit with a white collar, which features delicate ruffles. He holds onto a flower, symbolizing perhaps innocence or the passage of time. The background is plain, accentuating the focus on the subjects, while their expressions and postures evoke a tender paternal connection. The artist’s technique is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a straightforward, sincere style typical of Naïve Art.

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