Thomas Eakins: the Gross Clinic April 29, 2008

Thomas Eakins masterpiece 'Portrait of Dr. Samuel D. Gross (The Gross Clinic),' is acclaimed as one of the greatest American paintings of the 19th century and has been an icon of Philadelphia since it was painted in 1875. It sparked both controversy and praise at its first showing in 1876, demonstrating the drama and force of character that set the tone for Eakins' entire career.