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Winged Figure, by Abbott Handerson Thayer, oil, 1895

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Winged Figure is a 1895 oil by Abbott Handerson Thayer, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Angel, held at Art Institute of Chicago.

Who painted this?
Abbott Handerson Thayer
When & what style?
1895 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Art Institute of Chicago

About this work

This painting shows a woman with white wings. She is wearing a long, tan dress and has her dark hair pulled back. Her hands are clasped together in front of her chest. She is sitting on a cloud. The woman's face is calm and her eyes are closed. The background is a blue sky with more white clouds. The painting is done in oil paint. You can learn more about the artist who painted this, Abbott Handerson Thayer.

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Portrait of Abbott Handerson Thayer
Artist

Abbott Handerson Thayer

Abbott Handerson Thayer (August 12, 1849 – May 29, 1921) was an American painter, naturalist, and teacher.

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