Mrs. Benjamin Simons
Henry Benbridge
key Notes:
Colonial portraiture, Elegant attire
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Dimensions:
29 7/8 x 25 in. (75.5 x 63.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Advanced
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story of the work:
"Mrs. Benjamin Simons," painted by Henry Benbridge in 1776, is a portrait of the wife of a prominent Charleston merchant, reflecting the artist's skill in capturing the elegance and fashion of the period. The work is significant for its representation of colonial American portraiture and is part of the collection at the Gibbes Museum of Art in Charleston, South Carolina.
Description of the work:
"Mrs. Benjamin Simons," painted by Henry Benbridge in 1776, features a seated woman in a white gown with a blue sash, set against a dark background that enhances her presence. The composition is characterized by a soft, naturalistic rendering of the subject's features and the delicate play of light on the fabric, showcasing Benbridge's skill in portraiture.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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