“Portrait of Mrs. Kern Dodge (Helen Peterson Greene)” is an oil on canvas painting by the renowned artist Thomas Eakins, executed in 1904. This artwork, which falls within the Realism movement, has dimensions of 60.96 x 50.8 cm and portrays a portrait genre. Currently, the piece resides in a private collection.
The artwork depicts Mrs. Kern Dodge, also known as Helen Peterson Greene, with meticulous realism characteristic of Eakins’ style. Her visage, slightly turned towards the viewer, showcases a composed and introspective expression. The detailing of her delicate, high-necked lace attire and the subtle play of light on her face and garment reflect Eakins’ masterful grasp of texture and light. The background is rendered in muted tones, drawing attention to the subject’s face and upper body, thus accentuating the solemn and dignified atmosphere of the portrait.
