Mrs. Timothy Rogers (Lucy Boylston)

Mrs. Timothy Rogers (Lucy Boylston)

John Singleton Copley

1786

oil

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston

About this work

This portrait features a woman seated in a chair, facing the viewer with a neutral expression. Her dark hair is styled in an updo, and she wears a satin dress with a low neckline and a red shawl draped over her lap. The background is dark, with subtle shading that adds depth to the image. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of volume and texture, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and hands. The painting's attention to detail and realistic rendering of the subject make it a compelling work of art. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.

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