Who painted Portrait of Iseult Gonne (Mrs Francis Stuart)?

Portrait of Iseult Gonne (Mrs Francis Stuart) was painted by George William Russell in 1911.

Where can I see Portrait of Iseult Gonne (Mrs Francis Stuart)?

Portrait of Iseult Gonne (Mrs Francis Stuart) is held by National Gallery of Ireland.

Artwork

Portrait of Iseult Gonne (Mrs Francis Stuart)

George William Russell , 1911

Portrait of Iseult Gonne (Mrs Francis Stuart) is an oil painting by George William Russell. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Iseult Gonne (Mrs Francis Stuart) is an oil painting created by George William Russell, also known as AE, around 1911. It is part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Iseult Gonne, later known as Mrs Francis Stuart, with a calm and serene expression, lost in thought as she gazes downward. Her gentle features convey a sense of introspection.

Technique & Style

Soft, gentle brushstrokes characterize the painting, particularly in the rendering of the subject's face. The artist's use of soft colors and chiaroscuro creates a warm and intimate atmosphere, with the dark blue curtain background contrasting with the subject's blue top.

Artist & collection

Artist

George William Russell

George William Russell (10 April 1867 – 17 July 1935), who wrote with the pseudonym Æ (often written AE or A.E.), was an Irish writer, editor, critic, poet, painter and Irish nationalist.

Museum

National Gallery of Ireland

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