Portrait of the Artist's Wife by Henry Ossawa Tanner. A profile portrait of a woman with her hair pinned up, wearing a white lacy dress adorned with a purple flower.

Portrait of the Artist's Wife

Henry Ossawa Tanner

1897 · Medium Not Listed

An intimate profile portrait rendered in soft, luminous brushstrokes by Henry Ossawa Tanner.

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Where it works

A measured, restful work with softened warm notes — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Bedroom · Living Room · Hallway
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Soft gray, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1897, this intimate profile portrait by Henry Ossawa Tanner captures the artist's wife with a tender and luminous touch. The work showcases Tanner's mastery of light and delicate Impressionistic brushwork, emphasizing soft textures and a quiet, contemplative mood that brings a timeless elegance to any space.