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

Richard Morrell Staigg

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Realism
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Portraiture, Victorian Elegance
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Oil on canvas
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Richard Morrell Staigg: "Hannah Crocker Bowles Wolff (Mrs. Phillip Wolff) (1827-1872)"

The painting "Hannah Crocker Bowles Wolff (Mrs. Phillip Wolff) (1827-1872)" by Richard Morrell Staigg is an exemplary work of portraiture executed in oil on canvas. Staigg, an American artist born in 1817, was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. This particular portrait reflects the mid-19th century American society's emphasis on personal legacy and social status. Staigg's work is significant for its contribution to the American portrait tradition, bridging the gap between the early American folk art style and the more refined European techniques. The artist's ability to convey the sitter's personality and status through subtle details in attire and expression is noteworthy. Staigg's portraits remain valuable for their historical insight into the individuals and fashion of his era.

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Hannah Crocker Bowles Wolff (Mrs. Phillip Wolff) (1827-1872) by Richard Morrell Staigg

This oil on canvas portrait by Richard Morrell Staigg captures the refined elegance of its subject, Hannah Crocker Bowles Wolff, through meticulous attention to detail and a realistic style characteristic of 19th-century American portraiture. The painting exemplifies Staigg's skill in rendering texture and fabric, highlighting the social status and personal dignity of the sitter.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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