Boy

The painting by J. Andre Smith features a young man with a contemplative expression, rendered in rich, earthy tones, wearing a sleeveless garment and set against a textured background of lush, abstract foliage that conveys a sense of introspection and depth, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow on his face, while the framed artwork exudes an aura of classical portraiture, blending modern and traditional styles, capturing the subject’s serene yet enigmatic demeanor, reflecting Smith's distinctive approach and technique.

The painting by J. Andre Smith features a young man with a contemplative expression, rendered in rich, earthy tones, wearing a sleeveless garment and set against a textured background of lush, abstract foliage that conveys a sense of introspection and depth, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow on his face, while the framed artwork exudes an aura of classical portraiture, blending modern and traditional styles, capturing the subject’s serene yet enigmatic demeanor, reflecting Smith's distinctive approach and technique.

Name/Title

Boy

Entry/Object ID

4-3

Description

Painting of boy surrounded by dark foliage

Type of Painting

Panel

Artwork Details

Medium

Oil

Collection

City of Maitland

Cataloged By

Elizabeth Gulliksen

Category

Andre Smith

Acquisition

Accession

1969.001

Credit Line

Part of the City of Maitland Collection

Made/Created

Artist

J. André Smith

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Lower left corner

Transcription

Andre Smith

Material/Technique

Painted

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Dimensions of work- framed

Height

14 in

Width

18 in