1860
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Figure Group (cartoon for the south wall, left centre of the ceiling cove, Dining Room, Dorchester House) is a 1860 oil by Alfred Stevens, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a woman in a blue dress and white head covering, holding a naked child in her lap. The child is being pulled by another person, who is not fully visible. The background is a mix of peach, gray, and white colors. The woman's dress and head covering are rendered in soft, muted tones, while the child's skin is depicted in a lighter, more delicate color. The background is composed of various shapes and lines, creating a sense of depth and texture. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Alfred Stevens, an artist known for his use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques.
Alfred Émile Léopold Stevens (11 May 1823 – 24 August 1906) was a Belgian painter, known for his paintings of elegant modern women.
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