Dorothy Murray (1743-1811)

John Singleton Copley

Created:

Movement:

unknown

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key Notes:

Portraiture and Neoclassical Elegance.

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Dorothy Murray (1743-1811)" is a portrait painted by John Singleton Copley in 1763, depicting the subject in a fashionable gown, which reflects the artist's skill in capturing both likeness and the social status of his sitters. This work exemplifies Copley's mastery of oil painting and his ability to convey the character and individuality of his subjects, contributing to his reputation as a leading portraitist in colonial America.

Description of the work:

"Dorothy Murray (1743-1811)" by John Singleton Copley is an oil on canvas portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, adorned in a white gown with delicate blue accents. The composition is characterized by Copley's meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of fabric textures and the lifelike representation of the sitter's features, set against a dark, neutral background that enhances the figure's prominence.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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