Artwork
Letitia Wilson Jordan
Letitia Wilson Jordan is an oil painting by the American Impressionist artist Thomas Eakins. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum.
About this work
Overview
Letitia Wilson Jordan is a portrait painted by Thomas Eakins in 1894 using oil on canvas. It is now held by the Brooklyn Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a woman, Letitia Wilson Jordan, dressed in formal attire, with a black dress, yellow gloves, and a red bow at her neck. The detailed rendering of her clothing and accessories suggests a focus on capturing her social status and personality.
Technique & Style
The painting employs chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume, drawing attention to the subject. The use of oil paint allows for rich, nuanced color and texture, evident in the detailed lace and fabric of the subject's clothing.
History & Provenance
Thomas Eakins, a prominent figure in American art, painted Letitia Wilson Jordan in 1894, likely as part of his practice of creating portraits of local figures in Philadelphia.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins (; July 25, 1844 – June 25, 1916) was an American realist painter, photographer, sculptor, and fine arts educator.
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