“Portrait of Dr. Horatio C Wood,” created by Thomas Eakins in 1886, is an oil on canvas painting that adheres to the Realism art movement. This portrait is housed at the Detroit Institute of Arts in Detroit, MI, United States. The artwork is a portrait genre, distinguished by its lifelike representation and attention to detail characteristic of Realism.
The artwork depicts Dr. Horatio C Wood sitting at a wooden table. He is dressed in formal attire, including a black suit with a bow tie, and he holds a pen in his hand, suggesting his scholarly and professional nature. The table is adorned with books and papers, further emphasizing his academic and intellectual pursuits. The background features heavy drapery, adding a sense of depth and a formal ambiance to the artwork. The colors are warm, with rich browns and reds dominating the palette, creating a dignified and thoughtful atmosphere that captures the essence of Dr. Wood’s character and profession.
