Helen Hunter, née Wilkie (1793–1870)
1830
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
1830
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
This painting shows a woman sitting in front of a wooden wall. She is wearing a brown dress with a white collar and a large hat with feathers on it. Her right hand is raised to her face, and she is wearing a ring on her finger. The woman's expression is serious, and her dark hair is curly. The background of the painting is a warm, golden color, which contrasts with the cool tones of the woman's clothing. The overall effect is one of quiet dignity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist David Wilkie.
