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Sarah (Thomas), Mrs Bowen of Llwyngwair, by Unknown, oil, 1835

Sarah (Thomas), Mrs Bowen of Llwyngwair

Unknown

1835

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Library of Wales

Dominant colour

Overview

Sarah (Thomas), Mrs Bowen of Llwyngwair is a 1835 oil by Unknown, depicting Woman, held at National Library of Wales.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1835
Where can I see it?
National Library of Wales

About this work

This painting depicts a woman with dark, curly hair, wearing a black dress and a white bonnet. The background is dark, with the subject's face and clothing illuminated. The woman's right hand is visible, holding a small object. The painting is rendered in oil paint, with visible brushstrokes and texture. The subject's expression is serious, with a slight hint of a smile. The overall mood of the painting is somber, with a focus on the subject's dignity and poise. To learn more about the technique used in this painting, look up "glazing".

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