The Grand Lady (1920) by John Collier

The Grand Lady - John Collier - 1920

Artwork Information

TitleThe Grand Lady
ArtistJohn Collier
Date1920
Art MovementRomanticism

About The Grand Lady

“The Grand Lady,” painted by John Collier in 1920, is a genre painting that belongs to the Romanticism art movement. The artwork portrays a majestic woman, attired in elaborate and vibrant medieval attire, ascending a stone stairway. She is assisted by two young attendants, who hold her ornate train, comprised of rich hues of purple and gold. The backdrop features a serene landscape with verdant greenery and towering trees, beneath a sky dotted with clouds. This composition imbues the scene with an air of nobility and grandeur, characteristic of the Romanticism movement. The meticulous attention to detail and the dramatic presentation reflect John Collier’s adeptness in conveying historical and romantic aesthetics.

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