Artwork

Portrait of Mrs. Adams

Portrait of Mrs. Adams, by Stephen Alonzo Schoff, ink, 1880
Portrait of Mrs. Adams, by Stephen Alonzo Schoff, ink, 1880

Portrait of Mrs. Adams is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Stephen Alonzo Schoff. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Portrait of Mrs.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of Mrs. Adams is a print created by Stephen Alonzo Schoff in 1880 using etching and engraving techniques on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a seated woman in a high-necked, lace-trimmed dress and cap, gazing directly ahead with a calm demeanor. The plain background emphasizes her facial expression and the intricate folds of her clothing.

Technique & Style

The black-and-white image was produced by inking a metal plate, resulting in sharp lines and a clear rendering of the subject's fabric texture. The use of etching and engraving techniques allowed for detailed representation of the woman's attire and expression.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.