Contemporary Realism · 1900
Hand (Joseph Henry Sharp, 1900)
Joseph Henry Sharp (1859–1953) made Hand. It dates from 1900. It belongs to the Contemporary Realism movement. It is kept at Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C., United States of America. It measures 46 × 31 cm.
- 1900
- 46 × 31 cm
- Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.
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StatsHand, in brief
- Title
- Hand
- Artist
- Joseph Henry Sharp (1859–1953)
- Artist born in
- Bridgeport, United States
- Date
- 1900
- Dimensions
- 46 × 31 cm
- Where to see it
- Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C., United States of America
- Movement
- Contemporary Realism
- Subject
- native american, portrait, warrior, sioux, headdress, plains culture
Which museum holds Hand?
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Washington, D.C., United States of America
A Chronicle of American Identity The Smithsonian American Art Museum, located in Washington, D.C., is the nation's first collection of American art. As a part of the Smithsonian Institution, it holds one of the largest and most inclusive collections of art made in the United States. The holdings represent a continuous record of the American experience, capturing the aspirations, character, and imagination of the people from the colonial period to the present day.
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Joseph Henry Sharp, Hand (1900), Smithsonian American Art Museum. Public domain.
Questions on Hand, answered
Where is "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp on display today?
The original "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp is held at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C., United States of America. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.
What is the creation date of "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp?
The creation of "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp is dated 1900.
What size is "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp in real life?
The original "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp measures 46 x 31 cm.
What does "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp depict?
The themes present in "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp include native american, portrait, warrior, sioux, headdress, plains culture, indigenous art, 1900s. Together they summarize the artwork's subject matter.
Is "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp in the public domain?
Regarding copyright, "Hand" is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.
Who is the artist behind "Hand"?
"Hand" is attributed to Joseph Henry Sharp.
What style does "Hand" belong to?
The movement associated with "Hand" by Joseph Henry Sharp is Contemporary Realism. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.
Which period of Joseph Henry Sharp's career does "Hand" belong to?
"Hand" represents the Mature Period of Joseph Henry Sharp.
How old was Joseph Henry Sharp when creating "Hand" in 1900?
When "Hand" was created in 1900, Joseph Henry Sharp - born in 1859 - was 41 years old.
About the artist, Joseph Henry Sharp
1859–1953, United States
Joseph Henry Sharp
Early Life and Background Born: September 27, 1859, Bridgeport, Ohio Died: August 29, 1953 Parents: Irish immigrant parents; father was a merchant. Early Fascination: Developed a strong interest in American Indians from a young age. Hearing Loss: Nearly drowned as a boy, resulting in permanent hearing loss which significantly impacted his education and communication. He learned to read lips and carried a writing pad.
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