Mrs. James K. Bogert, Jr.
1819
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1819
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
Mrs. James K. Bogert, Jr. is a 1819 oil by Unknown, held at Brooklyn Museum.
This portrait depicts a woman in a black dress with a floral patterned shawl draped over her shoulders. She wears a white head covering and a ruffled collar, and her dark hair is visible beneath the head covering. Her right hand is visible, holding the edge of the shawl. The background of the painting is dark, with a red curtain behind the subject. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber and formal. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face and hands.
