Hannah Crocker Bowles Wolff (Mrs. Phillip Wolff) (1827-1872)

Richard Morrell Staigg

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Realism

key Notes:

Portraiture, Victorian Elegance

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Hannah Crocker Bowles Wolff (Mrs. Phillip Wolff) (1827-1872)" is a portrait created by Richard Morrell Staigg, an English painter known for his work in the mid-19th century. The painting exemplifies Staigg's skill in capturing the likeness and social status of his subjects, reflecting the cultural values of the period regarding portraiture and the representation of women in society.

Description of the work:

"Hannah Crocker Bowles Wolff (Mrs. Phillip Wolff) (1827-1872)" by Richard Morrell Staigg is a portrait that exemplifies the artist's attention to detail and use of color, capturing the subject in a seated position with a serene expression. The composition is characterized by a rich palette and the intricate rendering of fabrics, particularly the delicate textures of her dress, which reflect the fashion of the mid-19th century.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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