Artwork
Woman with a Dog
Woman with a Dog is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1715 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Subject & Meaning
The work is classified as a miniature and belongs to the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is recorded under accession 2008.
The painting titled Woman with a Dog is a portrait miniature executed circa 1715 by the Italian artist Rosalba Carriera. It depicts a woman standing beside a small dog, a composition that reflects the genre’s interest in domestic scenes. The work is classified as a miniature and belongs to the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is recorded under accession 2008.291.
Its creation date corresponds to the documented inception period of 1715, and the piece exemplifies the delicate pastel technique characteristic of Carriera’s portraiture.
Technique & Style
Created in 1715, this work is a portrait miniature attributed to the Italian artist Rosalba Carriera. As a miniature, the piece is characterized by its small scale and refined execution, typical of the genre which often utilized portable supports for intimate portraiture. The formal qualities align with Carriera's known mastery of delicate detail and facial expression within a compact format.
History & Provenance
Created in 1715, this portrait miniature is attributed to the Italian artist Rosalba Carriera. The work, identified by the accession number 2008.291, entered the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it remains housed. While the specific circumstances of its commission and the identity of the original sitter are not detailed in the available records, the piece is recognized as an example of Carriera's miniature painting from the early eighteenth century.
The painting titled Woman with a Dog is a portrait miniature executed in 1715. It is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, recorded under accession number 2008.291, and is housed in that institution in Cleveland, Ohio. The work is attributed to the Italian artist Rosalba Carriera, who was active during the early 18th century.
Its classification as a miniature is noted in the museum's catalog, and the piece dates to the early part of the 1700s, aligning with the sitter's era.
Overview
The painting titled "Woman with a Dog" features a female figure gently holding a small canine companion. The artwork conveys a sense of quiet intimacy, largely through the subject's composed expression and her close interaction with the animal. Adorned with a white lace dress and flowers in her hair, the woman is presented with a refined elegance.
This piece is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art, where it offers a moment of serene contemplation.
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