Who painted Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774)?

Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774) was painted by John Singleton Copley in 1771.

Where can I see Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774)?

Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774) is held by Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

What movement is Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774)?

Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774) is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774)?

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Artwork

Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774)

John Singleton Copley , 1771

Portrait of Mrs. Paul Richard (Elizabeth Garland, 1700–1774) is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist John Singleton Copley. It dates from 1771 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. This oil painting, created in 1771, is a portrait of Elizabeth Garland, wife of Paul Richard.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1771, is a portrait of Elizabeth Garland, wife of Paul Richard. It is the work of John Singleton Copley, a prominent portrait artist active in New England before his relocation to London.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Elizabeth Garland seated, dressed in a brown gown with a white apron and lace scarf, her dark hair pulled back. Her clasped hands and neutral expression convey a sense of serenity and contemplation.

Technique & Style

Copley's use of oil paint and refined, fashionable style are characteristic of his colonial-era portraits, aligning with the Rococo movement. The dark background contrasts with the subject's attire, emphasizing her figure.

History & Provenance

The painting is now held in the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Copley, born in Boston to Anglo-Irish parents, was a leading artist among New England's elite before moving to London in 1774.