Portrait of Maria Seabury
1846
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
1846
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Portrait of Maria Seabury is a 1846 unspecified by William Sidney Mount, a American Folk Art work, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
This portrait features a young girl with long, dark hair, dressed in a white top and a red shawl. The background is a warm, earthy tone, with a subtle landscape visible behind her. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the subject's expression and attire, which suggest a sense of quiet contemplation. The use of warm colors creates a cozy atmosphere, drawing the viewer's focus to the girl's gentle features. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, explore the works of William Sidney Mount.
William Sidney Mount (November 26, 1807 – November 19, 1868) was a 19th-century American genre painter.
See the richer artist page