Portrait of Winifred Dysart c. 19th century

William B. Closson’s “Portrait of Winifred Dysart” is a delicately rendered, 19th-century portrait of a young woman. Closson, a painter and printmaker, utilizes a soft, tonal style, which creates a sense of intimacy and realism in the subject. The figure is depicted standing in a field, her pose and expression suggesting a moment of quiet contemplation. The work's refined technique and subject matter highlight the aesthetic sensibilities of the era, making it a compelling example of American portraiture from the late 19th century.