Artwork

Margaret Ainge

Margaret Ainge, by Anthony Devis, unspecified, 1790
Margaret Ainge, by Anthony Devis, unspecified, 1790

Margaret Ainge is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Anthony Devis. It dates from 1790 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Margaret Ainge' is a portrait created by Anthony Devis in 1790. It is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a woman with dark hair styled in a braided bun, adorned with pearls and a bow, wearing a light-colored dress. Her serene expression and elegant attire convey refinement.

Technique & Style

Devis's work is characterized by its attention to detail, as seen in the subject's hairstyle and dress. The contrast between the dark background and the subject's light clothing creates a sense of depth.

History & Provenance

Anthony Devis, born in 1729 in Preston, Lancashire, was an English painter who worked in London. 'Margaret Ainge' is a product of his career as a portrait and landscape painter.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Anthony Devis

Artist

Anthony Devis

Anthony Devis (18 March 1729 – 26 April 1816) was an English landscape painter, working especially in watercolor and oils and active in London.