Artwork

Dimples

Dimples, by James Torrance, oil, 1897
Dimples, by James Torrance, oil, 1897

Dimples is an oil painting by James Torrance. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.

About this work

Overview

Dimples is an oil painting by James Torrance, created around 1897, and is part of the Scottish National Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting is a portrait of a young girl with dark hair and bangs, gazing directly at the viewer with a neutral expression, set against a light-colored background that accentuates her features.

Technique & Style

Torrance employed oil paint to achieve a soft, gentle appearance, with visible brushstrokes contributing to a textured quality, resulting in an overall effect of simplicity and elegance.

Artist & collection