Commonwealth 2008

"Commonwealth" (2008) by Bo Bartlett is a realistic painting that depicts a solitary woman standing in a room with a white porcelain sink in front of her. The scene is bathed in soft light, and the woman's back is to the viewer. The woman's attire is simple, and her posture suggests a contemplative mood. Bartlett's use of realistic detail, quiet lighting, and a sense of solitude emphasizes the emotional state of his subject and invites viewers to contemplate their own relationship to the everyday.