Mrs. Pearson [possibly Sarah Thompson Pearson]
1837
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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1837
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a woman with a big, bright yellow hat and a white lace collar. Her hair is pulled back under the hat, and she wears a yellow scarf draped over her shoulder. The background is plain and dark, so the colors of her clothes stand out. The brushstrokes on her face and hat are thick, giving them a textured look. This style makes the light and shadow pop, especially on her cheekbones and the rim of the hat. Next, check out how artists used *chiaroscuro* to create dramatic lighting.
