Alma c. 1895 - 1900

"Alma," painted by American artist Thomas Wilmer Dewing sometime between 1895 and 1900, is a portrait of a woman in profile. The subject is positioned against a dark background that emphasizes the delicate features of her face and the subtle brushstrokes that create a luminous effect on her skin. The painting's soft, muted palette and the focus on the figure's contemplative gaze exemplifies Dewing's signature style, which became known for its intimate and evocative portraits, reminiscent of the aestheticism movement.