Frances Kinderley, Wife of James Smith, Junior
1743
oil
canvas
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
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Thomas Worlidge
Thomas Worlidge (1700–1766) was an artist, born in Peterborough.
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oil
canvas
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
Frances Kinderley, Wife of James Smith, Junior is a 1743 oil by Thomas Worlidge, held at Ashmolean Museum.
This portrait depicts a woman in a blue dress with gold embroidery, adorned with a pearl necklace and a blue ribbon in her hair. Her right arm is bent at the elbow, resting on a surface not fully visible in the frame. The background of the painting is dark, which contrasts with the subject's attire and jewelry. The woman's gaze is directed slightly to the left of the viewer, and her expression is neutral. The level of detail in the painting suggests a high level of craftsmanship, particularly in the rendering of the subject's clothing and accessories. For more information on the technique used in this painting, look up the term "glazing".
Thomas Worlidge (1700–1766) was an artist, born in Peterborough.
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