Mrs. Edward Hudson

Mrs. Edward Hudson

Thomas Sully

1814

oil

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This portrait painting depicts a woman with dark, curly hair, wearing a white dress with a ruffled collar and a black shawl. The background is a warm, brownish-red color. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal, elegant setting. The artist's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture in the image. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this portrait, you might want to look up Thomas Sully.

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