Artwork
My Sister Lydia
My Sister Lydia is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Edmund Charles Tarbell. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
My Sister Lydia, an 1894 oil painting by Edmund Charles Tarbell, is a portrait of the artist's sister, Lydia. It is part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Lydia in a white dress with blue accents, a white hat, and hands on her hips, set against a dark background. Her attire and the overall composition convey elegance and refinement.
Technique & Style
Tarbell employed chiaroscuro to create depth and draw attention to Lydia's face and hands, characteristic of his American Impressionist style, influenced by the Boston School.
History & Provenance
Created in 1894, the work reflects Tarbell's association with the Ten American Painters and the Boston School. It has been part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edmund Charles Tarbell (April 26, 1862 – August 1, 1938) was an American Impressionist painter.
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