Young Actor by Alfred Pellan

Young Actor: the essentials

Title: Young Actor
Artist: Alfred Pellan (1906–1988)
Artist born in: Quebec City, Canada
Dimensions: 80.9 × 100 cm
Where to see it: National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada

Which museum holds Young Actor?

National Gallery of Canada

Ottawa, Canada

The History of the National Gallery of Canada The origins of the National Gallery of Canada trace back to 1880. The institution began its life within the Second Supreme Court of Canada building in Ottawa, Ontario. This early period of development saw the collection grow through various relocations as the mandate of the institution became more clearly defined.

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Questions about Young Actor

What is the dominant color of "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan?

espresso (#4f4f4f) is the leading color of "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan.

Where is "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan on display today?

"Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan is on display at the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.

What other names is Alfred Pellan known by?

Alfred Pellan appears under the alternate names Alfred Pelland, Αλφρέντ Πελλάν.

What shape and dimensions is "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan?

The format of "Young Actor" is landscape, and the original measures 100.0 x 80.9cm. Both are useful when planning a reproduction.

What saturation and intensity does "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan show?

"Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan is recorded with a muted saturation and a monochromatic intensity.

Does "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan use strong contrasts or soft harmonies?

The color analysis of "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan records a bold contrast and a unified palette harmony.

Where can I download "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan?

"Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan can be downloaded from the artwork's Download page, as a high-resolution digital image download.

Is there a factsheet about "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan for students?

A Guide page is available for "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan: a printable factsheet about the artwork, designed for students and classroom use.

How do the colors of "Young Actor" relate to each other?

The colors of "Young Actor" by Alfred Pellan show a unified palette harmony. Harmony describes how the colors relate to each other.

About the artist, Alfred Pellan

1906–1988, Canada

Alfred Pellan

The Life and Art of Alfred Pellan Born in Quebec City, Canada, Alfred Pellan was a significant figure in twentieth-century Canadian painting. His artistic journey began in his youth, filling the margins of his school notebooks with drawings. After enrolling at the School of Fine Arts of Quebec, he earned medals in various disciplines, including painting, drawing, sculpture, sketching, anatomy, and advertising. His talent was recognized early when he sold his first painting to the National Gallery of Canada at the age of seventeen.

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