Who painted A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking?

A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking was painted by Philippe Mercier in 1734.

Where can I see A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking?

A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking is held by Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

What movement is A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking?

A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking?

Museum-quality prints of A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking

Philippe Mercier , 1734

A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Philippe Mercier. It dates from 1734 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

About this work

Overview

A Young Woman Pulling on Her Stocking is an oil painting created by Philippe Mercier around 1734, exemplifying the Rococo style prevalent during his active career in England.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young woman in a private moment, adjusting her stocking while seated. Her attire, including a yellow floral robe and bonnet with a pink ribbon, reflects contemporary fashion. Her concentrated expression and relaxed posture convey a sense of intimacy.

Technique & Style

Mercier employs warm colors and soft lighting to create an intimate atmosphere, characteristic of the Rococo movement. The composition focuses on the woman’s gentle, everyday action, emphasizing the style’s emphasis on domestic, personal scenes.

History & Provenance

While specific ownership history of the painting is not provided, it is attributed to Philippe Mercier, a French-born Huguenot artist influential in 18th-century English art circles.

Context

This work aligns with 18th-century genre scenes, where everyday life and personal moments were common subjects. Mercier’s style, though rooted in French Rococo, adapted to and influenced English artistic tastes during his time.

Portrait of Gertrud Hage, née Heitmann, Unknown

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Artist

Philippe Mercier

Philippe Mercier (also spelled Philip Mercier; 1689 – 18 July 1760) was an artist of French Huguenot descent from the German realm of Brandenburg-Prussia (later Kingdom of Prussia), usually defined to French school.