Portrait of an Old Lady 1848

J.C. Robinson's "Portrait of an Old Lady" (1848) is a compelling oil-on-canvas portrait capturing the solemnity of an elderly woman. Her stern gaze, adorned with spectacles perched atop her hair, and her hands holding a small, dark object suggest both wisdom and quiet contemplation. The work's simple composition and muted color palette, characteristic of the period, further accentuate the subject's dignity and timeless presence.