Phebe Taylor Winthrop (Mrs. Francis Bayard Winthrop) (1765-1841)

John Trumbull

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Neoclassicism
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Neoclassical portraiture, refined elegance.
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Oil on canvas
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Phebe Taylor Winthrop (Mrs. Francis Bayard Winthrop) (1765-1841) by John Trumbull

The painting "Phebe Taylor Winthrop (Mrs. Francis Bayard Winthrop) (1765-1841)" is an oil on canvas work by the American artist John Trumbull. Trumbull, renowned for his historical paintings of the American Revolutionary War, was a pivotal figure in early American art. This portrait exemplifies his skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, contributing to the documentation of American society in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The work reflects Trumbull's adeptness in portraiture, a genre that complemented his historical compositions. Although the exact date of creation is unknown, the painting remains significant for its representation of the period's social elite. Trumbull's legacy is marked by his role in shaping the visual narrative of American history through both his portraits and historical scenes.

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The painting "Phebe Taylor Winthrop (Mrs. Francis Bayard Winthrop) (1765-1841)" by John Trumbull is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies the neoclassical style, characterized by its attention to detail and emphasis on the subject's dignified presence. The artwork captures Phebe Taylor Winthrop with a refined elegance, reflecting the artist's skill in portraying the social elite of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Phebe Taylor Winthrop (Mrs. Francis Bayard Winthrop) (1765-1841)