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Mammy

George Overbury Hart

1924

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Early Modern Interior

Dominant colour

Mammy is a 1924 ink by George Overbury Hart, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: George Overbury Hart
When & what style?: 1924
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a woman sitting in a room, dressed in a white dress and headscarf. She is positioned in the foreground, with her back to the viewer, and is looking out the window. The room is dimly lit, with a dark curtain hanging behind her. In the background, a shadowy figure can be seen outside the window, adding a sense of depth and mystery to the scene. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the woman lost in thought as she gazes out into the distance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to check out the work of Hart, George Overbury (Pop).