1797
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Amanthis is a 1797 chalk by John Raphael Smith, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts a woman with dark hair, wearing a headband and a dress with ruffled sleeves. She is holding a small, round object in her right hand, which is adorned with jewelry. The background of the painting is a solid color, with no visible details or textures. The woman's facial expression is calm and serene, with a subtle hint of a smile. Her eyes are cast downward, as if she is lost in thought. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the woman's introspective world. This painting is a great example of the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and imagination. To learn more about this style, explore the Romanticism movement.
John Raphael Smith (25 May 1751 – 2 March 1812) was a British painter and mezzotinter. He was the son of the landscape painter Thomas Smith and the father of John Rubens Smith, a painter who emigrated to the United States.
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
