Portrait of Amy Gordon Grant 1896

Frank W. Benson, a prominent American artist, painted “Portrait of Amy Gordon Grant” in 1896. The painting depicts a woman in a dark, low-cut dress with a simple gold and red jeweled necklace against a muted background. This portrait showcases Benson's mastery of oil painting technique, particularly his ability to capture realistic skin tones and subtle variations in light. His work, influenced by Impressionism, is known for its focus on naturalism and refined depictions of everyday life.