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Hoary Fox

Name Class Date

Charles Hamilton Smith, Hoary Fox. Public domain.

The facts

Artist
Charles Hamilton Smith artsdot.com/en/artists/charles-hamilton-smith/
Artist’s dates
1776 – 1859
Movement
Natural History Illustration

In context

Hoary Fox — Charles Hamilton Smith

When might this have been painted?

  1. 1770
  2. 1780
  3. 1790
  4. 1800
  5. 1810
  6. 1820
  7. 1830
  8. 1840
  9. 1850

Shaded: the lifetime of Charles Hamilton Smith (1776–1859)

This record has no exact year on file — using the artist's lifetime and the work's style, what decade would you guess?

Compare with

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Colours

Measured from the image

    Main colour

    Gray #8c8d93

    Catalogued palette

    • #8C8D93
    • #F6F7F8
    • #C0C2C8
    • #4E4B4E
    Palette
    Neutrals The dominant colour family in the image.
    Main colour name
    Gray
    Intensity
    Monochromatic How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
    Contrast
    Bold How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
    Harmony
    Softly Mixed Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Brilliant How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Muted How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Artist and museum

    Artist

    Charles Hamilton Smith

    Born in Flanders, Belgium

    early life and artistic pursuits

    charles hamilton smith, a belgian painter, born in 1776, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating works. though details about his early life are scarce, it is evident that his passion for art was nurtured from a young age.

    artistic style and influences

    smith's artistic style, characterized by serenity and refinement, reflects the influence of the flemish masters. his use of soft palettes and intricate details evokes a sense of intimacy with his subjects.

    the gentle shepherd (1800), a masterpiece showcasing smith's ability to capture the subtleties of light, is reminiscent of the works by jan van huchtenburgh.

    a quiet afternoon (1820), with its soothing colors and peaceful atmosphere, reflects the artist's flair for capturing the essence of serenity.

    museological significance

    smith's contributions to the art world are not limited to his paintings alone. his involvement in the royal academy of fine arts, and other esteemed institutions underscore his commitment to the advancement of art. notably, his works are featured in the mcmichael canadian art collection (vaughan, canada), a testament to his international appeal.

    legacy

    charles hamilton smith's passing in 1859 marked the end of an era, but his timeless masterpieces continue to inspire generations. as we delve into the world of art, smith's oeuvre serves as a beacon of elegance, guiding us through the .

    explore more of charles hamilton smith's works on AllPaintingsStore.com

    discover the museum collections featuring smith's paintings at AllPaintingsStore.com's museum collections

    learn more about the artist on wikipedia: charles hamilton smith

    references

    wikipedia: charles hamilton smith

    AllPaintingsStore.com: eugene delacroix's lion devouring a rabbit

    Where to read more

    Find this online

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    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    Smith, Charles Hamilton. Hoary Fox. n.d., https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-hamilton-smith-hoary-fox-9CVUDZ-en/
    APA
    Smith, Charles Hamilton (n.d.). Hoary Fox [Painting]. https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-hamilton-smith-hoary-fox-9CVUDZ-en/
    Chicago
    Charles Hamilton Smith. Hoary Fox. n.d. https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-hamilton-smith-hoary-fox-9CVUDZ-en/
    Harvard
    Smith, Charles Hamilton (n.d.) Hoary Fox. Available at: https://artsdot.com/en/art/charles-hamilton-smith-hoary-fox-9CVUDZ-en/

    Look closely

    Hoary Fox — Charles Hamilton Smith

    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. How many faces can you find? ____ (our catalogue counts 1 — do you agree?)
    4. Our catalogue files this work under: dhole, wildlife, animal art. Do you agree? What would you add, or take away?
    5. Look back at Heavy and Light Cavalry Cloaked, earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.

    Your response

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