Girl Wearing a Bonnet (1810) by Joshua Johnson

Girl Wearing a Bonnet - Joshua Johnson - 1810

Artwork Information

TitleGirl Wearing a Bonnet
ArtistJoshua Johnson
Date1810
Art MovementNaïve Art (Primitivism)

About Girl Wearing a Bonnet

The artwork, titled “Girl Wearing a Bonnet,” was created by Joshua Johnson in 1810. This portrait belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and exemplifies the genre of portraiture.

In the artwork, a young girl is depicted seated against a plain, dark backdrop, which accentuates her solemn demeanor and attire. She is adorned in a deep red dress with white lace accents around the neck, and she wears a bonnet that is delicately tied under her chin, highlighting her gentle and composed expression. The simplicity of the background and the earnest depiction of the subject’s features emphasize the characteristics of Naïve Art. The overall composition focuses on the innocence and simplicity of the girl’s appearance, reflecting the artist’s style and the artistic norms of the early 19th century.

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