The artwork, titled “Mark,” was created by artist Chuck Close in 1979. Rendered in acrylic on canvas, this portrait is a prime example of the Photorealism movement. It features astonishingly lifelike detail, emphasizing Close’s dedication to technique and precision. The artwork is categorized within the portrait genre and is currently in a private collection.
The artwork depicts an individual with extraordinary realism, highlighting each minute detail of the subject’s face. The subject, clad in a red plaid shirt, wears large, translucent glasses that accentuate his gaze. Close’s meticulous approach captures the texture of the skin, the reflections on the glasses, and the expression with remarkable clarity. This piece exemplifies the artist’s masterful use of acrylic paint to achieve a lifelike representation, showcasing the Photorealism movement’s focus on creating artwork that closely resembles a high-resolution photograph.
