Elizabeth at the Piano (1875). Thomas Eakins (American, 1844-1916). Oil on canvas. Addison
Elizabeth at the Piano (1875). Thomas Eakins (American, 1844-1916). Oil on canvas. Addison Gallery of American Art.Muted light from behind catches scattered points in this interior setting–most notably, wisps of white at her collar and cuffs, and the lovely small red flower. Eakins gives the greatest luminosity to the musical score propped on the piano’s music stand, but draws the attention to Elizabeth herself–to her face and hands. It is a haunting scene filled with unheard music, a contemplative moment. -- source link
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