Artwork
Mrs. Edward Green (Mary Storer)
Mrs. Edward Green (Mary Storer) is a pastel drawing by the Romanticist artist John Singleton Copley. It dates from 1765 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This pastel portrait, created in 1765, is a representation of Mrs.
About this work
Overview
This pastel portrait, created in 1765, is a representation of Mrs. Edward Green (Mary Storer). It is a work by John Singleton Copley, executed on laid paper and mounted on canvas.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted seated, wearing formal attire including a dress and hat. The soft color palette used by the artist conveys a sense of gentleness.
Technique & Style
The portrait showcases Copley's skill with pastel, a delicate medium. His use of soft colors achieves a gentle effect, characteristic of his realistic style.
History & Provenance
Created during Copley's time in colonial America, this work predates his relocation to London in 1774. It is an example of his early career as a leading portraitist among New England's elite.
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.
