Artwork

Margaret Hughes of Plas Bach, Bodorgan

Margaret Hughes of Plas Bach, Bodorgan, by William Williams, oil, 1892
Margaret Hughes of Plas Bach, Bodorgan, by William Williams, oil, 1892

Margaret Hughes of Plas Bach, Bodorgan is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist William Williams. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created by William Williams in 1892, is a portrait of Margaret Hughes of Plas Bach, Bodorgan. It is now held at the National Library of Wales.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted wearing a dark dress with a high, lace-trimmed collar and a fancy hat adorned with flowers or leaves. Her calm yet serious expression is accentuated by a slight frown, conveying a sense of contemplation.

Technique & Style

The artist employed soft, blended brushstrokes to render the subject's dress, while her face is painted with meticulous attention to detail. The plain, dark background is subtly nuanced with a hint of red on the right side, adding depth to the composition.

Artist & collection

Portrait of William Williams

Artist

William Williams

British portrait painter who worked in oil during the late 1700s. His canvases usually show a single sitter in quiet poses, often dressed in dark coats and white collars. In our gallery you’ll find his Portrait of a…