Dark-haired Lady With Tortoiseshell Comb

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Dark-haired Lady With Tortoiseshell Comb", originally brought to life by the talented Ruth Whittier Shute. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Ruth Whittier Shute and his artistic vision.

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"Dark-haired Lady With Tortoiseshell Comb" is a portrait painting by Ruth Whittier Shute, an American folk artist known for her itinerant work alongside her husband, Dr. Samuel A. Shute, during the 19th century. Ruth Whittier Shute, born in 1803, was active as an artist from 1827 to 1851, and her body of work primarily consists of portraits. The painting in question features a young woman, depicted in a three-quarter view, with her dark hair elegantly styled and adorned with a tortoiseshell comb, which was a fashionable accessory during the period.

The portrait is characteristic of Ruth Whittier Shute's style, which often included detailed attention to the sitters' clothing and accessories, as well as a straightforward, somewhat naive representation of their features. This style is typical of American folk art of the time, which was less concerned with academic techniques and more focused on capturing the essence and individuality of the subject.

"Dark-haired Lady With Tortoiseshell Comb" is significant as it reflects the cultural and social norms of the era, particularly in terms of fashion and aesthetics. The painting also contributes to the understanding of the role of women artists in the 19th century, a period when female painters were not as widely recognized or celebrated as their male counterparts.

The work of Ruth Whittier Shute is held in various collections and has been exhibited in museums that focus on American folk art. Her paintings are valued for their historical context and as examples of the itinerant artist tradition in the United States. "Dark-haired Lady With Tortoiseshell Comb" remains an important piece within Ruth Whittier Shute's oeuvre, offering insight into the artist's technique, the subject matter of the time, and the broader narrative of American folk portraiture.

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