The artwork, titled “The Tambourine Girl,” was created by John William Godward in 1909. This oil on canvas painting measures 125 x 82 cm and belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement. It is a portrait genre piece currently held in a private collection.
In the artwork, a young woman is the focal point, portrayed standing against an ornately carved stone wall. She wears a flowing, semi-transparent purple gown with an intricately patterned peach sash accentuating her waist. Her dark hair is styled elegantly, adorned with a delicate headband, and she wears a necklace that complements her attire. The girl holds a tambourine in her left hand, which is resting on her hip, conveying a sense of poise and confidence. Behind her, blossoming pink flowers and a serene, scenic background add depth and vibrancy to the setting, enhancing the classical aesthetics characteristic of the Neoclassicism movement.
