1801
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Elizabeth Marius Kemper is a 1801 chalk by American 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait is a black and white chalk drawing on pink paper, showcasing a woman's profile. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears a hat adorned with a bow and a ruffled edge. A pearl necklace adds a touch of elegance to her attire. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's features. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the woman's story. To learn more about this style of portraiture, explore the Romanticism movement.
This artist painted everyday American life in the 1800s. Look at *Farmhouse in Mahantango Valley*—a quiet, sunlit scene of rural Pennsylvania. *Boy and Girl* shows two children standing close, their faces turned toward…
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