Artwork
Mrs. Benjamin Davis, née Anstice Greenleaf
Mrs. Benjamin Davis, née Anstice Greenleaf is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist John Singleton Copley. It dates from 1764 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum. The painting 'Mrs.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Mrs. Benjamin Davis, née Anstice Greenleaf' is a portrait executed in oil paint by John Singleton Copley in 1764. It is now held at the Brooklyn Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a woman in a private setting, dressed in attire characteristic of the period's elite. She wears a light-colored dress with puffy sleeves, a pearl necklace, and earrings, with her hair pulled back, gazing directly at the viewer with a subtle smile.
Technique & Style
Copley's work is associated with the Rococo style, marked by its ornate yet refined aesthetic. The use of oil paint allows for a nuanced exploration of light and shadow, contributing to the intimate atmosphere of the portrait.
History & Provenance
John Singleton Copley, born in Boston in 1738 to Anglo-Irish parents, was a prominent portrait painter among New England's elite before moving to London in 1774.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Singleton Copley (July 3, 1738 – September 9, 1815) was an American-born British painter active in both the Thirteen Colonies and England.
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