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Mrs. Jonathan Simpson (Margaret Lechmere)

Joseph Blackburn

1758

oil

canvas

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston

Rococo painting 18th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Mrs. Jonathan Simpson (Margaret Lechmere) is a 1758 oil by Joseph Blackburn, a Rococo painting work, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Who painted this?: Joseph Blackburn
When & what style?: 1758 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Museum of Fine Arts Boston

About this work

The painting depicts a woman seated in a chair, wearing an elegant dress with a floral pattern and lace details. Her dark hair is styled in a low bun, adorned with a small bow. The background of the painting is dark, with a subtle hint of a landscape visible behind the subject. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of refinement and elegance, characteristic of the mid-18th century. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the works of Joseph Blackburn.

About the artist

Artist

Joseph Blackburn

Joseph Blackburn (died 1787) was an English painter who worked mainly in British North America. His notable works include portraits of Hugh Jones (circa 1777) and Colonel Theodore Atkinson (circa 1760).

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