My Son Cyril
- Artist
- William Holman Hunt
- Date
- 1877
- Style
- Romanticism
- Genre
- Portrait
"My Son Cyril" by William Holman Hunt (1877) is a poignant portrait capturing Hunt’s young son Cyril. Executed with meticulous detail, the work exhibits Hunt’s mastery in combining vibrant pencil strokes on paper, emphasizing tender emotion and childhood innocence. Reflecting the influence of Romanticism, the portrait conveys deep sentiment and a reverence for naturalism. As part of Hunt’s broader body of work rooted in the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood’s ideals, the artwork exemplifies his devotion to truthful representation and intimate family connection within a deeply personal portrait.
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