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Mary Cabot Wheelwright

Frank Duveneck , 1892

Mary Cabot Wheelwright, by Frank Duveneck, oil, 1892
Mary Cabot Wheelwright, by Frank Duveneck, oil, 1892

Mary Cabot Wheelwright is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Frank Duveneck. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created by Frank Duveneck in 1892, is a portrait of Mary Cabot Wheelwright and is held at the Brooklyn Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young girl, Mary Cabot Wheelwright, standing in a white dress with a blue sash, holding a doll and surrounded by roses on the floor. Her neutral expression and direct gaze at the viewer contribute to the somber atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The dark background highlights the subject, creating a sense of solemnity. The girl's attire, including pigtails and a necklace, is rendered in detail. The painting exemplifies Duveneck's portrait style, characterized by a focus on capturing the subject's likeness.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Frank Duveneck

Artist

Frank Duveneck

Frank Duveneck (1848–1919) was an American artist, born in Covington.

Brooklyn Museum

Museum

Brooklyn Museum

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