Miss Helen Manice (later Mrs. Henry M. Alexander)
1898
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1898
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
The painting depicts a woman sitting in a chair, wearing a long, light-colored dress. The dress has puffy sleeves and a high neckline, and the woman's dark hair is pulled back. The background is dark, with a few indistinct objects visible behind the woman. The woman's face is serious, and her eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. Her hands are resting in her lap, and her posture is upright and formal. The overall effect of the painting is one of quiet dignity and reserve. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artist John White Alexander.
