The artwork, titled “Ernest Lee Parker,” was created by Thomas Eakins in 1910. It belongs to the Realism movement and is categorized as a portrait.
The artwork depicts a distinguished gentleman, presumably Ernest Lee Parker, facing slightly to the left. The subject is portrayed with meticulous detail, characteristic of the Realism movement, highlighting the intricate features of his face, including a well-groomed mustache and glasses. He is dressed in formal attire, with a high-collared shirt and a dark suit, which further emphasizes the solemnity and dignity of the composition. The background is rendered in muted, darker tones, bringing the viewer’s full attention to the subject’s face and expression, which exudes a sense of contemplation and seriousness. The brushwork and use of light and shadow display Thomas Eakins’ skill in capturing the human likeness with profound accuracy and depth.
