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Mrs. Cunningham, Boston Museum, by Winslow Homer, 1859

Mrs. Cunningham, Boston Museum

Winslow Homer

1859

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Mrs. Cunningham, Boston Museum is a 1859 by Winslow Homer, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Winslow Homer
When & what style?
1859 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a woman with dark hair, wearing a shawl with fringe and a brooch. She is shown from the chest up, facing forward. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal portrait from the mid-19th century. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the subject's face and clothing. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, look up Winslow Homer.

About the artist

Portrait of Winslow Homer
Artist

Winslow Homer

Winslow Homer (February 24, 1836 – September 29, 1910) was an American landscape painter and illustrator, best known for his marine subjects.

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