Portrait of Moses Kimball c. 1808
williamjennys
minneapolisinstituteofart
oil-on-canvas
portrait
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animal portrait
united-states
animal drawing portrait
portrait drawing
facial portrait
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digital portrait
This oil painting, *Portrait of Moses Kimball*, was created by William Jennys around 1808 and depicts Moses Kimball, a prominent figure of early American history, with an air of seriousness. Kimball's attire, featuring a dark green double-breasted coat with brass buttons and a crisp white cravat, reflects the fashion of the early 19th century. Jennys's work showcases a classic style with a focus on detail, capturing Kimball's likeness in a realistic and straightforward manner, a common trait of portraiture during this era. The painting is currently held in the Minneapolis Institute of Art.
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Moses Kimball, a dry-goods merchant in Newburyport, Massachusetts, was a typical sitter for William Jennys, an itinerant portrait painter who traveled around New England depicting members of the merchant class. Jennys, born in Boston, trained with his father, also a portraitist. His style is characterized by a realistic rendering and heavy shading of the sitter's face. Conservation of this painting was made possible by a generous contribution through the Art Champions program in honor of Sam and Patty McCullough.
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