Margaret Gibbs Appleton (Mrs. Nathaniel Appleton) (1699-1771)

John Singleton Copley

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Portraiture and Colonial Elegance.
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Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Margaret Gibbs Appleton (Mrs. Nathaniel Appleton) (1699-1771)" is a portrait by John Singleton Copley, created in 1763, which exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the individuality and social status of his subjects through meticulous detail and rich color. The painting not only reflects the cultural values of 18th-century colonial America but also solidified Copley's reputation as a leading portraitist of his time, contributing to the development of American art.

Description of the work:

"Margaret Gibbs Appleton (Mrs. Nathaniel Appleton) (1699-1771)" by John Singleton Copley is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies the artist's mastery of realism and detail. The composition features Mrs. Appleton in a dark gown adorned with intricate lace, set against a muted background that enhances her dignified posture and the delicate rendering of her facial features, reflecting the social status and refinement of the subject.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Margaret Gibbs Appleton (Mrs. Nathaniel Appleton)  (1699-1771)