Mrs. Winthrop W. Aldrich (Harriet Alexander, 1888–1972)
1909
Joaquín Sorolla captures the elegance of Harriet Alexander in this striking 1909 portrait, showcasing his mastery of light even against a moody, dark background. She sits poised in a shimmering white gown, accented by a bold splash of red flowers at her waist and a delicate pearl necklace. As a master of Spanish Luminism, Sorolla was famous for his sun-drenched beach scenes, but here he turns his brilliant, energetic brushwork to the sophisticated world of high society. The loose, almost impressionistic strokes of her dress contrast beautifully with the calm, direct gaze of the subject, making her presence truly pop.
- Technique
- Oil painting
- Material
- Oil on canvas
Location: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
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