Mary Martin, Mrs Alexander Gowan (1716 - 1795)
1777
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1777
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This portrait depicts an elderly woman dressed in 18th-century attire, seated with her hands clasped in her lap. Her outfit consists of a long-sleeved dress with a high neckline, paired with a white head covering and a white shawl draped over her shoulders, tied at the front with a bow. The background of the painting is a dark, muted color. The woman's facial expression is neutral, with a subtle hint of a smile. Her eyes are cast downward, and her eyebrows are slightly furrowed. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber and introspective. If you're interested in exploring more works by the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up the artist David Martin.
