Head of a Rooster
Classification
animals
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Mrs. Samuel Colman
Accession Number
1939-85-50
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Samuel Colman's "Head of a Rooster," created around 1900, offers a close-up study of this vibrant creature during the later years of the artist's long career. Born in 1832, Colman was a versatile American painter known for his landscapes and careful attention to natural forms, and this work reflects his continued interest in observing the animal world even late in life. Housed in the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the piece was donated by the artist's wife, Mrs. Samuel Colman, underscoring its personal significance. Classified among animal subjects, it highlights how artists of the era ofte...