Artwork
Sketch for 'The Family Compact'
Sketch for 'The Family Compact' is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist James Ward. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, 'Sketch for 'The Family Compact'', was created by James Ward in 1834 and is now held at the Fitzwilliam Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two women in old-fashioned clothing seated in a room. The woman in white holds a small object, while the woman in red leans forward, her face close to the other's, with her hand resting on the other's arm, creating an intimate atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro in the painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the women's faces.
Artist & collection
