1789
oil
canvas
From the collection of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Maria and Her Dog 'Silvio' is a 1789 oil by Richard Hurleston, a Rococo painting work, held at Derby Museum and Art Gallery.
This painting depicts a woman in a white dress sitting on the ground, leaning against a tree trunk. Her right elbow rests on her knee, and her hand supports her head. A small dog lies beside her. The background features a serene landscape with trees and a cloudy sky. The woman's attire and the natural setting evoke a sense of tranquility. The artist's use of oil paint adds depth and texture to the scene. For more on the artist behind this work, explore Richard Hurleston.
Richard Hurlstone or Richard Hurleston (1740s – 1780s) was a British portrait painter known for being a pupil of Joseph Wright of Derby.
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