Artwork
Myrrhine
Myrrhine is a watercolor drawing by the Impressionist artist Edith Martineau. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Myrrhine is a drawing created by Edith Martineau in 1873, held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington. It is executed in watercolor with gouache and scratching out on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a light-colored dress holding a branch with green leaves and purple flowers. Her serious expression and the faint, ghostly outlines of people in the background contribute to the overall mood of the piece.
Technique & Style
Martineau employed watercolor and scratching techniques to achieve texture and depth. The use of gouache and layering also adds to the drawing's visual complexity.
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