Sally Otis Thorndike (Mrs. Israel Thorndike, Jr.) (1793-1819)
Gilbert Stuart
key Notes:
Portraiture, Neoclassical Elegance
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medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Sally Otis Thorndike (Mrs. Israel Thorndike, Jr.) (1793-1819)" is a portrait painted by American artist Gilbert Stuart, completed in 1811. This work exemplifies Stuart's mastery in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects, contributing to his reputation as one of the foremost portraitists of early American art.
Description of the work:
"Sally Otis Thorndike (Mrs. Israel Thorndike, Jr.) (1793-1819)" by Gilbert Stuart is an oil on canvas portrait that captures the subject in a three-quarter pose, characterized by her elegant attire and serene expression. The composition is marked by a soft, naturalistic palette and meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of fabric textures and the delicate features of the subject's face.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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