Because Vermeer is one of my main favorites, this really appeals to me, as do Paxton’s other paintings..Is that a dress she is wearing or a dressing gown? It looks like Oriental silk to me or are we supposed to say Asian nowadays. He did superb job in creating the softness of everything in the portrait. I see how the pink color comes thru in the shadow. Sometimes I want to say, “Hold that up a minute so we can see what you are sewing!” Sigh, quiet down, M. and just bask. I really cannot pull up a chair and just sit with her for awhile.
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Lou
Because Vermeer is one of my main favorites, this really appeals to me, as do Paxton’s other paintings..Is that a dress she is wearing or a dressing gown? It looks like Oriental silk to me or are we supposed to say Asian nowadays. He did superb job in creating the softness of everything in the portrait. I see how the pink color comes thru in the shadow. Sometimes I want to say, “Hold that up a minute so we can see what you are sewing!” Sigh, quiet down, M. and just bask. I really cannot pull up a chair and just sit with her for awhile.
Anne Godwin
The scene reminds me of my Grandmother, Annie Swinson. Beautiful portraits.
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How lovely your grandmother must have been!
Lois Borton
Quiet and serene with the light shining through. just a lovely painting.
Glenda Britten
I love her dress!
Rosemaryflower
Just beautiful
Sue
I agree. She looks so peaceful- just like me when I’m doing needlework 🙂
Thanks for sharing.
treadlemusic
Very interesting to read about Paxton’s painting technique. I really like the serene setting/feeling in this one!!!!
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