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Man in White

Man in White
Man in White by Grant Macdonald, oil on canvas. Photo: Bernard Clark. Source: City of Kingston Civic Collection.
Grant Kenneth Macdonald (1909-1987) began his career producing theatrical and political portraits for newspapers. His fascination with portraits was a constant throughout his career. He was best known for his meticulously finished portraits that contained a touch of whimsy. Man in White, 1961 is an example of Macdonald’s ability as a portraitist. The work’s restrained colour palette, mannered realism and finely executed techniques help to create a hauntingly eerie atmosphere that leaves the viewer with a sense of uneasiness.
Grant Macdonald a commencé par produire des portraits de gens de théâtre et de politiciens pour les journaux, une forme d’art qui l’a fasciné toute sa vie. Il était surtout connu pour ses portraits d’une grande minutie, dotés d’une touche fantaisiste. Man in White est représentatif de portraits réalisés par Macdonald. La palette de couleurs restreinte, le réalisme soigné et les techniques finement exécutées contribuent à produire un effet envoûtant qui crée un malaise chez l’observateur de l’œuvre.
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Image Details

Gallery:
Out of the Vault
Date:
1961
Subject:
Civic Collection
Themes:
  • Art Collection Society of Kingston
Tags:
  • Grant Macdonald
  • Painting
  • Portrait
  • Canadian Art
  • Realism
  • Art

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