Portrait of Gretel Urban (1905) by John Quincy Adams

Portrait of Gretel Urban - John Quincy Adams - 1905

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait of Gretel Urban
ArtistJohn Quincy Adams
Date1905
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions200 x 211 cm
Art MovementRealism

About Portrait of Gretel Urban

The artwork, titled “Portrait of Gretel Urban,” was created by John Quincy Adams in 1905. Executed in oil on canvas, the painting measures 200 x 211 cm and is a notable example of the Realism movement. It belongs to the portrait genre.

In the artwork, a woman is depicted in a poised and contemplative manner. She is attired in a richly embroidered dress adorned with intricate lace detailing on the sleeves and neckline. Her dark, voluminous hair is styled neatly, and her gaze is directed downward as her hands are gently clasped together. The background is subdued, highlighting the subject and adding to the overall solemnity of the portrait. The painting’s meticulous attention to detail and realistic representation of texture is characteristic of the Realism movement.

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