1750
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Mrs. John Edwards (Abigail Fowle) is a 1750 oil by Joseph Badger, a Rococo painting work, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
This portrait painting features a woman seated in a green chair, wearing a dark dress with a white collar and head covering. Her right hand rests on her lap, while her left hand holds a small blue book. The background is a warm, muted color with a subtle blue sky visible in the upper right corner. The woman's attire and the style of the painting suggest an 18th-century setting. The artist has paid close attention to the details of her clothing and the textures of the fabrics. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, look up Joseph Badger.
Joseph Badger was born on March 14, 1707/8, in Charlestown, Massachusetts, the son of Stephen Badger, a tailor, and Mercy Kettell.
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