Portrait of a Lady by Thomas Wilmer Dewing

Portrait of a Lady c. 1895

thomaswilmerdewing

figurative

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial study

facial portrait

digital portrait

"Portrait of a Lady" is a c. 1895 painting by American artist Thomas Wilmer Dewing, known for his elegant portraits and evocative use of color. Dewing's work is characterized by its soft, ethereal beauty and refined aesthetic, often depicting figures in muted tones against a muted, suggestive background. In this painting, the subject's features are rendered with a delicate touch, creating a sense of quiet contemplation. Dewing's mastery of light and shadow adds depth and dimensionality to the work, enhancing the introspective mood.