1793
oil
canvas
From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum
Dominant colour
Penelope Unraveling Her Web is a 1793 oil by Joseph Wright of Derby, a Rococo painting work, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.
The painting depicts a woman sitting on a chair, surrounded by a dark background. She is dressed in a long, flowing robe and is engaged in unraveling a piece of fabric. To her right, a dog sits on the floor, while a statue stands in the background. In the foreground, the woman's hands are skillfully manipulating the fabric, creating a sense of movement and tension. The statue in the background adds a sense of depth and context to the scene. This painting is a great example of the work of Joseph Wright of Derby, an English artist known for his use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques.
Joseph Wright (3 September 1734 – 29 August 1797), styled Joseph Wright of Derby, was an English painter who specialised in portrait painting and landscape art.
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