The artwork titled “Ruth Bowman” by Will Barnet was created in 1967 in the United States. It is an oil and pencil painting on canvas and belongs to the Pop Art movement. The portrait measures 114.3 x 60.3 cm.
The artwork depicts a woman, Ruth Bowman, rendered with a serene and introspective expression. The composition is minimalist yet evocative, featuring the subject seated against a stark white background which accentuates the contrasts in the piece. She is attired in a simple, solid-colored dress, her hands delicately holding a partially sliced apple and a knife, with a half apple resting on the white surface to her right. The geometric forms and subdued color palette are characteristic of Barnet’s style, marrying simplicity with emotional depth. This precise interplay of shapes and lines coupled with the reserved use of colors effectively underscores the tranquil yet contemplative mood of the portrait.
