Portrait of Harrison S. Morris 1896

Thomas Eakins' "Portrait of Harrison S. Morris," painted in 1896, is a realist portrait of the prominent Philadelphia lawyer and art collector. Eakins was renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and anatomical accuracy, which are evident in the subject's posture and the subtle play of light on his face. The portrait captures Morris's confident demeanor and intelligent gaze, reflecting his status as a respected figure in Philadelphia society. Eakins, a leading American realist painter, used a subdued palette and precise brushstrokes to create a striking likeness that emphasizes the subject's individual character and presence.