1894
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Mrs. Cowperthwait is a 1894 by Henry Wolf, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman in a long, flowing dress with puffed sleeves. Her hair is pulled up in a smooth style, and she stands against a dark, blurry background. The fabric of her dress looks soft, with subtle folds and a brooch pinning it at the neck. The signature at the bottom reads "Henry Wolf," and the dedication mentions "Mrs. Cowperthwait." This suggests the woman was likely a person of some social standing in her time. If you like this style of portraiture, look up chiaroscuro next.
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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