Portrait of a Girl with Flowers

Samuel Lovett Waldo

Created:
Movement:
1835
Realism
key Notes:
Youthful innocence, Floral adornment
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Dimensions:
40 7/8 x 31 3/4 in. (103.8 x 80.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Portrait of a Girl with Flowers," created by Samuel Lovett Waldo in 1835, is a notable example of American portraiture from the early 19th century, reflecting the artist's skill in capturing the delicate features and expressions of his subjects. The identity of the girl depicted in the painting remains unknown, and the work is characterized by its romanticized portrayal and the use of floral motifs, which were popular in the period.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Girl with Flowers" by Samuel Lovett Waldo, created in 1835, features a young girl adorned with a floral arrangement, capturing a moment of innocence and beauty. The use of oil on wood allows for rich color saturation and detailed texture, emphasizing the delicate features of the subject and the vibrancy of the flowers.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Portrait of a Girl with Flowers