Artwork

Little Lady Sophie of Soho

Little Lady Sophie of Soho, by Henry Wolf, 1904
Little Lady Sophie of Soho, by Henry Wolf, 1904

Little Lady Sophie of Soho is a print by Henry Wolf. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Little Lady Sophie of Soho is a 1904 print by Henry Wolf, a French-born wood engraver active in the United States.

Subject & Meaning

The print is a portrait of a young woman with dark hair, depicted in a high-necked dress with a fur collar, conveying a serious demeanor.

Technique & Style

Wolf employed chiaroscuro, using contrasting light and dark to emphasize the subject's facial features against a plain background, showcasing his refined engraving style.

History & Provenance

The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, reflecting Wolf's influential period in the US, where he primarily worked in wood engraving, reproducing works by notable artists.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Henry Wolf

Artist

Henry Wolf

Henry Wolf (1852–1916) was a French-born wood engraver who lived and worked in the United States during his most influential work period and until his death.

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