The artwork “Portrait of Artist’s Father Sleeping,” created by Frank Mason circa 1944, is an oil painting on canvas. It belongs to the Classical Realism art movement and measures 71.12 x 60.96 cm. The genre of this piece is a portrait.
Rendered in a somber and serene palette, the artwork depicts an elderly man in a deep sleep, his form gently reclining backward with his head drooped forward. The artist captures the fragility and peacefulness of the subject, his father, through meticulous attention to the play of light and shadow that envelops his face and clothing. The backdrop is kept deliberately minimal, drawing focus to the contemplative tranquility of the subject. This intimate portrayal, full of tender realism, conveys a profound sense of stillness and respect for the artist’s father.
