Artwork
Portrait of Mrs. Crouch
Portrait of Mrs. Crouch is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist George Romney. It dates from 1797 and is held in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The Portrait of Mrs.
About this work
Overview
The Portrait of Mrs. Crouch is an oil painting created by George Romney in 1797. It is part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Anna Maria Crouch, a prominent figure of the time, wearing an 18th-century white dress with a brown sash and a long necklace. Her pose and attire evoke a sense of elegance characteristic of the era's high society.
Technique & Style
Romney employed neoclassical elements in the portrait, utilizing light and shadow to create depth. The subject's curly brown hair and the dark background, featuring a faint boat on water, add to the composition's complexity.
History & Provenance
George Romney, an English painter known for his portraits of society figures and cultural personalities like Emma Hamilton, executed this work. The painting is now held in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
George Romney (26 December 1734 – 15 November 1802) was an English painter. He was the most fashionable artist of his day, painting many leading society figures – including his artistic muse, Emma Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson.
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