Miss Alexander
1907
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1907
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting features a young girl, likely Miss Alexander, standing in a room with her right foot forward. She is dressed in a white dress with a dark apron and holds a hat in her left hand. Her long dark hair is pulled back, and she wears dark shoes. The background of the painting is a room with a dark wall and a lighter-colored wall to the left, suggesting a window or doorway. The girl's pose and attire suggest a formal portrait, possibly from the early 20th century. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, explore the works of Henry Wolf (American, 1852–1916).
