Baby in a Ruffled Dress 1886

"Baby in a Ruffled Dress" (1886) by James Jebusa Shannon is a portrait of a young child, likely a baby or toddler, in a white dress. The painting utilizes soft brushstrokes and a light color palette, characteristic of Impressionism. The child's delicate features and sweet expression are emphasized against the soft, flowing fabric of the dress. Shannon's skill in capturing the innocence and vulnerability of childhood is evident in this work.