Sarah Ursula Rose (1756) by Benjamin West

Sarah Ursula Rose - Benjamin West - 1756

Artwork Information

TitleSarah Ursula Rose
ArtistBenjamin West
Date1756
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions73.7 x 59.4 cm
Art MovementRococo

About Sarah Ursula Rose

The artwork entitled “Sarah Ursula Rose” was created by the artist Benjamin West in 1756. It is an oil painting on canvas, measuring 73.7 x 59.4 cm. Although you mentioned the Rococo movement, West is typically associated with the Neoclassical movement which came after Rococo, so there might be a slight discrepancy there, but let’s proceed with the description considering the provided information. The painting falls under the genre of portraiture.

This monochromatic image of the painting “Sarah Ursula Rose” depicts a young woman posed against a neutral background. She is wearing a dress typical of the mid-18th century with a fitted bodice, featuring a square neckline that showcases her shoulders and a modest décolletage. The sleeves of the dress are gently ruffled and the waist is accented by a dark-colored ribbon or band. The woman’s right arm is bent at the elbow with her hand resting delicately on what appears to be a tabletop or a similar surface, possibly clutching a small object, while her left arm dangles gracefully by her side.

Her gaze is direct and engaging, with a calm and poised expression on her face. She has a ribbon or bow adorning her hair, which is styled in a manner fitting the period, parted in the middle and pulled back, perhaps into a bun or another arrangement not visible from the angle of the portrait. Notably, the painting style is somewhat austere and straightforward, employing a limited palette that focuses attention on the sitter’s features and attire. The simplistic background neither distracts from nor competes with the figure’s presence.

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