Old World Portraits
William Vans Murray
Mather Brown
A bold and sophisticated 18th-century portrait characterized by dramatic color contrast and elegant execution.
Mary Wollstonecraft
John Williamson
1791 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An 18th-century portrait of the pioneering philosopher Mary Wollstonecraft.
$243
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with softened cool notes — adds structure to a more polished room.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray, Soft white
About the piece
This 1791 portrait by John Williamson depicts the influential philosopher and writer Mary Wollstonecraft. Set against a somber, dark background, her luminous face and voluminous powdered hair create a striking contrast, while her direct expression reflects the intellectual vigor for which she is known.
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