The artwork, titled “Booster,” was created by the artist Grant Wood in the year 1936. This piece belongs to the art movement known as Regionalism and falls under the genre of portraiture.
“Booster” is a finely detailed portrait depicting a man clad in a pinstriped suit, with a patterned tie, projecting an air of assertiveness and authority as he points towards the viewer. His expression, framed by neatly combed hair, is one of earnest persuasion, perhaps indicative of the figure’s role or character that emphasizes a strong personality. The background features an American flag, subtly underscoring themes of patriotism or civic engagement. The attention to detail in the texture of the suit, the man’s ring, and the subtle shading demonstrates Grant Wood’s deft skill and keen observation, hallmarks of the Regionalist art movement.
