Mrs. Isaac Green (Ann Barrett)
1832
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1832
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting is a portrait of a woman, likely from the 19th century. She is dressed in dark attire with a lace bonnet and a bow around her neck. The background is a solid color, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The woman's expression is serious, and her clothing suggests that she may have been a member of the upper class. The artist has used oil paint to create a realistic and detailed image of the woman. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Joseph Greenleaf Cole.