Modesty
1865
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
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Artist
George Paul Chalmers
George Paul Chalmers (1833–1878) was an artist, born in Montrose.
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oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Modesty is a 1865 oil by George Paul Chalmers, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting shows a young girl with long, dark hair and a red dress. She is looking straight at the viewer with a serious expression. The background is dark, which makes the girl stand out. The girl's face is painted in detail, and you can see the texture of her skin. Her hair is brushed back, showing her forehead and eyebrows. The red dress is loose-fitting and has a high collar. The artist used a lot of dark colors to create a somber mood. If you want to learn more about this style of painting, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
George Paul Chalmers (1833–1878) was an artist, born in Montrose.
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