1843
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
William Allen is a 1843 oil by William Matthew Prior, a American Folk Art work, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
This painting depicts a young child sitting on the ground, surrounded by two dogs. The child is dressed in a blue dress with white trim and holds a bouquet of flowers in their lap. The dogs, one large and one small, are positioned on either side of the child, with the larger dog sporting a collar. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and foliage, with the child and dogs situated on a grassy area. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of innocence and tranquility. To learn more about the artist behind this charming scene, explore the works of William Matthew Prior.
William Matthew Prior (May 16, 1806 – January 21, 1873) was an American folk artist known for his portraits, particularly of families and children.
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