Artwork
Portrait of a Lady
Portrait of a Lady is an oil painting by the Realist artist Seymour Joseph Guy. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.
About this work
The painting features a woman with dark hair, wearing a black dress adorned with white lace at the collar and cuffs.
The painting features a woman with dark hair, wearing a black dress adorned with white lace at the collar and cuffs. She sits in a chair, holding a fan in her hands. The background is dark, with a few objects visible behind her.
The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, possibly from the mid-19th century. Her expression is calm and composed, adding to the overall sense of serenity in the painting.
To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.
Overview
This oil painting, created by Seymour Joseph Guy in 1856, is titled Portrait of a Lady. It is part of the Brooklyn Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a woman with dark hair, dressed in formal attire, seated in a chair with a fan in her hands. Her calm demeanor and the subdued background convey a sense of serenity.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro is evident in the contrast between the subject's clothing and the dark background, with highlights on the white lace accents.
Artist & collection
