Black And Gold 1917

"Black and Gold" is a 1917 oil painting by American artist Thomas Wilmer Dewing, known for his captivating portraits and genre scenes. The painting depicts a woman seated, likely indoors, dressed in a dark, patterned gown. The muted color palette, dominated by browns and golds, creates a sense of intimacy and quietude, characteristic of Dewing's style, often categorized as Tonalism. The woman's gaze, directed towards the viewer, invites contemplation, enhancing the work's overall sense of stillness.