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Miss Mary Cunliffe, aged 15 years

Joseph Allen

1794

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Romanticism 18th Century

Dominant colour

Miss Mary Cunliffe, aged 15 years is a 1794 watercolor by Joseph Allen, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Joseph Allen
When & what style?: 1794 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a young girl standing outdoors, holding a woven basket in one hand. She wears a dark cloak with a fur collar, a light dress with a bow at the waist, and a wide-brimmed hat. Behind her, a rocky ledge and distant trees make up the background. The artist uses soft colors and gentle brushstrokes to show light and shadow on her face and clothes. Notice how the light hits her hat and the basket, making them stand out. Check out more about the Victoria and Albert Museum to see how they preserve art like this.

The story of this work

Overview

A watercolour portrait from 1794 depicts Miss Mary Cunliffe at age fifteen. She is shown as the eldest daughter of Sir Foster Cunliffe. The work was created by Joseph Allen.

Read the full account in the museum source.