1844
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Girl with a Bow is a 1844 ink by William Edward Frost, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This watercolor painting depicts a young girl with a bow in her hair, gazing downward. Her dark hair is tied back, and she wears a dark dress with a high neckline. The background is a soft blue and white, with visible brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of watercolor creates a sense of delicacy and subtlety, with the soft colors and gentle lines adding to the peaceful atmosphere. The subject's downward gaze adds a sense of introspection, inviting the viewer to ponder her thoughts. To learn more about the Romanticism movement, explore the works of other artists associated with this style.
William Edward Frost (September 1810 – 4 June 1877) was an English painter of the Victorian era.
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