Euphemia White Van Rensselaer

George P. A. Healy

Created:
Movement:
1842
Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture elegance, 19th-century American realism
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Dimensions:
45 3/4 x 35 1/4 in. (115.1 x 89.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Euphemia White Van Rensselaer by George P. A. Healy

The painting "Euphemia White Van Rensselaer," created in 1842 by George P. A. Healy, is an exemplary work of portraiture from the mid-19th century. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece reflects Healy's adept skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, a quality that earned him significant acclaim during his career. Healy was a prominent American portrait artist known for painting influential figures of his time, including several U.S. presidents. His work is noted for its attention to detail and the ability to convey the social status and personality of the sitter. The portrait of Euphemia White Van Rensselaer is significant not only for its artistic merit but also for its representation of the American elite during this period. Healy's contributions to American art are underscored by his extensive body of work, which continues to be studied for its historical and cultural insights.

Description of the work:

The painting "Euphemia White Van Rensselaer" by George P. A. Healy, created in 1842, is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies the refined and detailed style characteristic of 19th-century American portraiture. The artwork captures the elegance and social stature of its subject, Euphemia White Van Rensselaer, through meticulous attention to detail and a sophisticated use of color and light.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Euphemia White Van Rensselaer