Woman with a Green Book (Louisa Gallond Cook)
1838
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1838
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting depicts a woman sitting in a chair, holding a green book in her right hand. She wears a dark dress with a white lace collar and a ring on her finger. The background features a red curtain, a tree, and a body of water. The woman's attire and the style of the painting suggest it was created in the 19th century. The level of detail and realism in the portrait indicate the artist's skill in capturing the subject's likeness. To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, explore the works of Erastus Salisbury Field.
