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The lady in blue (Mr and Mrs J ..., by Hugh Ramsay, oil, 1902

The lady in blue (Mr and Mrs J ...

Hugh Ramsay

1902

oil

canvas

From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales

Dominant colour

Overview

The lady in blue (Mr and Mrs J ... is a 1902 oil by Hugh Ramsay, a Impressionism work, held at Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Who painted this?
Hugh Ramsay
When & what style?
1902 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Art Gallery of New South Wales

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a long, light blue dress with a high neckline and long sleeves, standing in profile to the left. She has dark hair styled in an updo. To her right, a man is visible from the waist up, wearing a dark suit and holding a violin and bow in his right hand. The background is dark, and the floor appears to be made of wood. In the foreground, a violin case, a book, and a music stand are arranged on the floor, suggesting a musical setting. The woman's gaze is directed towards the man, who seems to be preparing to play the violin. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's attention to the figures in the scene. Next, you might want to explore more works by the artist Hugh Ramsay.

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