Mary Cadwalader Rawle

William Oliver Stone

Created:

Movement:

1868

Realism

key Notes:

Victorian Elegance, Portraiture Realism

Dimensions:

Oval: 12 x 10 1/2 in. (30.5 x 26.7 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Expert

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story of the work:

"Mary Cadwalader Rawle," painted by William Oliver Stone in 1868, is a portrait of the prominent Philadelphia socialite and philanthropist, known for her contributions to various charitable causes. The work exemplifies Stone's skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, reflecting the artistic conventions of 19th-century American portraiture.

Description of the work:

"Mary Cadwalader Rawle," painted by William Oliver Stone in 1868, features a seated female figure rendered in oil on canvas, characterized by a soft color palette and delicate brushwork that highlights the subject's serene expression and elegant attire. The composition is notable for its attention to detail in the fabric textures and the subtle interplay of light and shadow, which enhances the three-dimensionality of the figure against a muted background.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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