Animal Portrait
Definition
This term refers to the practice of creating portraits of animals, often focusing on individual animals with the same attention to detail and personality typically reserved for human subjects.
History
Animal portraiture has a long tradition, often used to reflect the status or personal connection between humans and their animals, from hunting dogs to pets.
Notable Examples
Edwin Landseer
The Monarch of the Glen, 1851
Kehinde Wiley
Napoleon Leading the Army over the Alps, 2005
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Edwin Landseer, known for his romanticized portraits of animals, and Kehinde Wiley, who incorporates animals into his contemporary portraiture.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques often involve the use of oil painting, drawing, or photography, with a focus on capturing the personality, emotion, and physical likeness of the animal subject.
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