His First Model-Miss Russell

His First Model-Miss Russell

William Morris Hunt

1873

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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a young girl sitting in a chair, looking down. She's wearing a dark dress and has a white apron on. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a red ribbon in it. The background is dark, which makes the girl stand out. The girl's face is serious, and she seems to be thinking about something. Her hands are folded in her lap, and she's sitting up straight. The artist used a lot of dark colors to make the girl stand out, which makes the painting feel quiet and calm. If you like this painting, you might also want to learn about the Impressionism movement.

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