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Young Lady with a Pink Bow on Her Bodice, by John Downman, 1792

Young Lady with a Pink Bow on Her Bodice

John Downman

1792

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Young Lady with a Pink Bow on Her Bodice is a 1792 by John Downman, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
John Downman
When & what style?
1792 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a young woman with curly hair, wearing a white dress and a pink bow on her bodice. She is looking to her left, with a subtle smile. The background is a soft, muted color. The woman's dress is detailed with folds and texture, and the pink bow adds a pop of color to the otherwise subdued palette. The overall effect is one of quiet elegance. If you're interested in learning more about this style of portraiture, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.

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