Dark Bridget Lavelle (1928) by Robert Henri

Dark Bridget Lavelle - Robert Henri - 1928

Artwork Information

TitleDark Bridget Lavelle
ArtistRobert Henri
Date1928
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementAmerican Realism
Current LocationAlbrecht-Kemper Museum of Art, Saint Joseph, MO, US

About Dark Bridget Lavelle

The artwork titled “Dark Bridget Lavelle,” created by Robert Henri in 1928, is an oil painting on canvas. As a significant piece within the American Realism art movement, it is classified under the genre of portraiture. This masterful work is currently housed at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art in Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States.

In the artwork, a young girl is depicted with a contemplative expression. She is dressed in a dark, richly textured garment adorned with bold, multicolored patterns. The distinctiveness of her attire is highlighted by a striking, lighter hued neckline which contrasts with the predominantly dark tones of the composition. The artist has employed broad, expressive brushstrokes, giving the painting a dynamic yet introspective quality. The background is an amalgam of dark and muted colors, further drawing attention to the subject’s solemn visage. The overall effect of the painting conveys a deep sense of character and emotion.

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