“Laura Reading” is an artwork created by Walter Crane in the year 1885. It is a genre painting belonging to the Neo-Romanticism movement. The artwork depicts a woman named Laura engrossed in reading, revealing a moment of quiet contemplation and reflection.
In the artwork, Laura is portrayed standing in an elegantly detailed environment. She appears to be of noble bearing, adorned in an intricately designed white gown with golden detailing, underlined by a flowing green underdress. She wears a richly embroidered headdress matching the aesthetic richness of her attire. Laura is delicately holding a book in her right hand, her posture and expression suggesting deep concentration and engagement in her reading. The background comprises a decorative and ornate architectural column to her left, along with lush greenery, depicted through a beautifully painted potted plant on her right. The flooring showcases a geometric tile pattern, adding to the refined setting. The overall composition reflects a serene and enriched atmosphere, characteristic of the Neo-Romanticism style.
