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William Glashan (1903–1979)

hugh adam crawford

4 parts 1 The artwork2 In context3 Artist and museum4 Look closely

Nome Classe Data
hugh adam crawford, William Glashan (1903–1979). Riproduzione a scopo illustrativo; tutti i diritti sono riservati dal titolare dei diritti.

Dettagli dell'opera

Artista
hugh adam crawford originaluniqueart.com/it/artists/hugh-adam-crawford/
Date dell'artista
1898 – 1982
Dimensioni originali
61 x 51 cm
Movimento
Other

Copyright Quest'opera è ancora protetta da copyright. hugh adam crawford è deceduto nel 1982; il diritto d'autore dura 70 anni dopo la morte dell'artista, pertanto rimane in vigore fino al 2052. L'immagine è mostrata qui a scopo didattico; i diritti appartengono al titolare dei diritti.

Fonte: OriginalUniqueArt.com — consultato il 23 Agosto 2026

William Glashan (1903–1979) — hugh adam crawford Part 1 · The artwork

In context

William Glashan (1903–1979) — hugh adam crawford

How big is it?

The original measures 61 × 51 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

Data presunta di realizzazione

  1. 1890
  2. 1900
  3. 1910
  4. 1920
  5. 1930
  6. 1940
  7. 1950
  8. 1960
  9. 1970
  10. 1980

Shaded: la vita di hugh adam crawford (1898–1982)

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Palette colori

Rilevato dall'immagine

    Colore principale

    Rosy Brown #aaa091

    Tavolozza salvata

    • #AAA091
    • #302F28
    • #5D5041
    • #797969
    Palette
    Earthy La gamma cromatica dominante nell'immagine.
    Colore principale
    Rosy Brown
    Intensità
    Monochromatic La saturazione e la varietà dei colori, da una singola tonalità tenue a molteplici sfumature vivaci.
    Contrasto
    Gentle Quanto i colori differiscano in luminosità e saturazione nell'intera opera.
    Armonia
    Discordant Palette L'armonia cromatica, dall'accostamento contrastante all'unione completa.
    Luminosità
    Shadow Il grado di luminosità o di oscurità complessiva dell'immagine, dalle ombre profonde ai punti di massima luce.
    Saturazione
    Muted Quanto siano puri e intensi i colori, dal quasi grigio al pienamente vivido.

    Fonte: OriginalUniqueArt.com — consultato il 23 Agosto 2026

    William Glashan (1903–1979) — hugh adam crawford Part 2 · In context

    Artista e museo

    William Glashan (1903–1979) — hugh adam crawford

    Artista

    hugh adam crawford

    Hugh Adam Crawford: A Glasgow Visionary

    Hugh Adam Crawford (1898 – 1982) remains a pivotal, yet often underappreciated, figure in the vibrant art scene of 1930s Glasgow. More than simply a painter, he was a charismatic teacher and mentor whose influence resonated through generations of Scottish artists, shaping their approaches to color, composition, and ultimately, their individual visions. His life’s work is characterized by a potent blend of realism and emotional depth, often exploring themes of memory, loss, and the enduring spirit of his native land. Crawford's legacy isn't solely defined by his own stunning paintings – murals, portraits, and landscapes alike – but also by the seeds of creativity he nurtured within those who studied under him.

    Early Life and Artistic Training

    Born in Busby, East Renfrewshire, Crawford’s artistic journey began at the Glasgow School of Art, where he initially honed his skills under the somewhat rigid influence of Maurice Greiffenhagen. This early training, rooted in a traditional academic approach, provided a solid foundation but ultimately proved insufficient for Crawford's burgeoning artistic sensibilities. Seeking a more liberated path, he briefly ventured to London, immersing himself in the diverse art world before returning to Glasgow in 1925.

    Dove approfondire

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    Citazione dell'opera

    MLA
    crawford, hugh adam. William Glashan (1903–1979). n.d., https://originaluniqueart.com/it/art/hugh-adam-crawford-william-glashan-1903-1979-AQVCXM-en/
    APA
    crawford, hugh adam (n.d.). William Glashan (1903–1979) [Painting]. https://originaluniqueart.com/it/art/hugh-adam-crawford-william-glashan-1903-1979-AQVCXM-en/
    Chicago
    hugh adam crawford. William Glashan (1903–1979). n.d. https://originaluniqueart.com/it/art/hugh-adam-crawford-william-glashan-1903-1979-AQVCXM-en/
    Harvard
    crawford, hugh adam (n.d.) William Glashan (1903–1979). Available at: https://originaluniqueart.com/it/art/hugh-adam-crawford-william-glashan-1903-1979-AQVCXM-en/

    Fonte: OriginalUniqueArt.com — consultato il 23 Agosto 2026

    William Glashan (1903–1979) — hugh adam crawford Part 3 · Artist and museum

    Look closely

    William Glashan (1903–1979) — hugh adam crawford

    Look closely

    Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

    1. What catches your eye first, and why?
    2. Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
    3. Our catalogue files this work under: portrait painting, black and white art, vintage style. Do you agree? What would you add, or take away?
    4. Look back at Portrait of a Man, earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
    5. Themes that come back through the work of hugh adam crawford: victorian portraiture, hugh adam crawford's style, british art tradition. Which of them do you see here?

    Your response

    Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.