The Sibyl
1887
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1887
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
The Sibyl is a 1887 by Francis Scott King, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a woman sitting in profile, looking to the left. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she wears a light-colored dress with a darker shawl or cloak draped over her left shoulder. The background is blurry, with indistinct shapes and colors. The woman's face is serene, and her posture is relaxed. Her hands are not visible, but her right arm is bent, suggesting she may be holding something. The overall mood is calm and contemplative. The painting's style and subject matter are reminiscent of Impressionism and Realism, which often featured everyday scenes and people. You might also want to explore more works by Francis Scott King, the artist behind this piece.
Francis Scott King (1850–1913) was an American artist.
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