Margaret Helen Sowerby (known as Helen Sowerby)
1892
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1892
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This painting depicts a young girl standing in front of a wall. She has long, wavy brown hair and is dressed in a white dress with a black sash around her waist. Her attire is completed by black stockings and shoes. The wall behind her features a yellow hue with visible brushstrokes and splotches of color. The girl's gaze is directed to the right side of the image. Her posture suggests she is standing still, possibly posing for the artist. The overall atmosphere of the painting appears somewhat somber. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the image. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the works of James Guthrie.
