Mrs. Klapp (Anna Milnor)
1814
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1814
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting shows a woman sitting in a chair. She is wearing a white dress with a high collar and a ruffled neckline. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she is looking straight ahead. The background is a warm brown color. The woman's dress is made of a shiny fabric that catches the light. Her hands are folded in her lap, and she has a calm expression on her face. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet dignity. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of the artist Thomas Sully.
