Artwork

Mrs. Ann Williams, Tŷ Newydd

Mrs. Ann Williams, Tŷ Newydd, by Hugh Hughes, unspecified, 1901
Mrs. Ann Williams, Tŷ Newydd, by Hugh Hughes, unspecified, 1901

Mrs. Ann Williams, Tŷ Newydd is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Hugh Hughes. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales. Mrs.

About this work

Overview

Mrs. Ann Williams, Tŷ Newydd is a portrait painted by Hugh Hughes in 1901. The artwork is a representation of a woman and is housed at the National Library of Wales.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a woman, identified as Mrs. Ann Williams, wearing a dark dress with a white lace collar and a floral bonnet. She holds a small object in her right hand, and her calm expression is directed slightly to the left.

Technique & Style

The dark background of the painting serves to emphasize the subject, drawing the viewer's attention to her face and attire. The use of contrasting colors highlights the details of her clothing and expression.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Hugh Hughes

Artist

Hugh Hughes

Hugh Hughes (1790–1863) was an artist.