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Portrait of Mary Turner Austin, c. 1878 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Mary Turner Austin, c. 1878 (oil on canvas)
985457 Portrait of Mary Turner Austin, c.1878 (oil on canvas) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925); 45.7x38.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Mary Turner Austin. John Singer Sargent (1856-1925). Oil on canvas. Painted circa 1878. 45.7 x 38.1cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23675886
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1870s 1878 American Artist American Painting Artist American Aversion Background Behaviour Brown Background Brown Hair Brunette Bust Length Contemplate Contemplating Contemplation Dark Hair Decorative Technique Dedication Female Garment Ground Hair Ornament Hair Style Hair Up Hand Writing Hand Written Inscribed John Singer Sargent Language Looking Away Natural Light Old Masters Pensive Quarter Length Sargent Shade Shaded Shady Solemn Temperament Thought Turning Away White Color Woman Alone Ethnic Origin Portrait Style Portraiture Thinking Young Woman
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Portrait of Mary Turner Austin, c. 1878 - A Glimpse into Contemplation
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. In this oil on canvas masterpiece by renowned artist John Singer Sargent, we are transported back to the late nineteenth century and introduced to the enigmatic figure of Mary Turner Austin. The portrait, painted circa 1878, measures 45.7 x 38.1 cm and is currently held in a private collection. Mary's quarter-length depiction showcases her elegant posture as she sits in solemn contemplation. Her brown hair cascades over her shoulders, creating a striking contrast against the shaded background. With an aversion towards direct eye contact, Mary looks away thoughtfully, deep in introspection. Sargent's decorative technique shines through as he skillfully captures every intricate detail of Mary's attire and hairstyle. The artist has even inscribed delicate handwriting onto the painting itself – perhaps revealing a glimpse into Mary's temperament or inner thoughts. As we study this mesmerizing portrait closely, it becomes evident that Sargent masterfully utilizes natural light to enhance his subject's features and evoke a sense of pensive moodiness. The use of color further adds depth to the composition while highlighting Mary's Caucasian ethnicity. This intimate studio shot offers us an intriguing window into Mary Turner Austin's world – inviting us to contemplate alongside her as she grapples with her own thoughts and emotions within the confines of this late nineteenth-century setting.
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