Who painted Sarah Eliot Scoville?

Sarah Eliot Scoville was painted by Asher Brown Durand in 1834.

Where can I see Sarah Eliot Scoville?

Sarah Eliot Scoville is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Sarah Eliot Scoville?

Sarah Eliot Scoville is associated with American Folk Art.

Can I buy a print of Sarah Eliot Scoville?

Museum-quality prints of Sarah Eliot Scoville are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Sarah Eliot Scoville

Asher Brown Durand , 1834

Sarah Eliot Scoville is an unspecified painting by the American Folk Art artist Asher Brown Durand. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The portrait 'Sarah Eliot Scoville' is a painting by Asher B. Durand, an American artist associated with the Hudson River School, created around 1834. It is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman, Sarah Eliot Scoville, seated in a chair with a serious expression, gazing directly ahead. She wears a dark dress with a white lace collar and a sheer veil covering her hair.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by a dark red and black background, with a subtle light source from the right. It reflects elements of Romanticism, emphasizing emotion and imagination, and is also associated with the American folk art movement.