Artwork
Portrait of a Girl
Portrait of a Girl is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Robert Gibb. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of a Girl is an oil painting created in 1912 by Robert Gibb, a Scottish artist recognized for his historical, military, and portrait works.
Subject & Meaning
The painting focuses on a young girl with long, loose hair, dressed in a simple outfit, set against a light background. Her neutral expression and direct gaze are the central elements of the composition.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work aligns with Impressionist tendencies, though Gibb's broader oeuvre includes more traditional historical and military subjects.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at the Scottish National Gallery, reflecting Gibb's significant role in Scottish art institutions, including his positions as Keeper of the National Gallery of Scotland and Painter and Limner to the King.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Gibb RSA (28 October 1845 – 11 February 1932) was a Scottish painter. He was Keeper of the National Gallery of Scotland from 1895 to 1907 and was Painter and Limner to the King from 1908 until his death. He built…
