The artwork titled “Mrs. William Shakespeare (Louise Weiland)” was painted by John Singer Sargent around the year 1896. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Realism art movement and measures 74.6 by 62.2 centimeters. It is a portrait genre artwork that is currently housed at the Memorial Art Gallery of the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, United States.
This portrait features a woman of dignified composure, her restrained smile reflecting an aura of elegance. She is adorned in a sumptuous, light-colored gown with voluminous sleeves that capture the delicate interplay of light and shadow, emphasizing the texture of the fabric. An ornate brooch decorates the center of her bodice, adding a touch of refinement to her attire. The background is an indistinct wash of warm tones, subtly complementing the subject while focusing the viewer’s attention on her expressive face. Sargent’s masterful brushwork and keen attention to detail bring forth a lifelike and intimate portrayal of the sitter, capturing both her physical presence and inner grace.