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Mrs. John Winthrop, 1773 (oil on canvas)
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Mrs. John Winthrop, 1773 (oil on canvas)
3493193 Mrs. John Winthrop, 1773 (oil on canvas) by Copley, John Singleton (1738-1815); 90.2x73 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Hannah Fayerweather (1727-1790) was the daughter of Thomas and Hannah Waldo Fayerweather. She was baptized at the First Church in Boston in February 12, 1727 and married twice, in 1745 to Parr Tolman and in 1756 to John Winthrop. ); American, out of copyright
Media ID 23136106
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "Mrs. John Winthrop, 1773" by renowned artist John Singleton Copley, offers a glimpse into the life of Hannah Fayerweather. Measuring 90.2x73 cm, this masterpiece is housed in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Hannah Fayerweather was born in Boston to Thomas and Hannah Waldo Fayerweather and baptized at the First Church in February 1727. This portrait depicts her as an elegant woman during the turbulent times of colonial America and the Revolutionary War. Seated gracefully with a reflection shimmering beneath her, Mrs. John Winthrop exudes poise and sophistication. Her lace cap adorned with ribbons adds a touch of femininity to her attire while pearls delicately drape around her neck. The composition showcases a table adorned with plums, symbolizing abundance and prosperity amidst political unrest. The inclusion of botanical elements hints at Hannah's interest in botany and natural history—a testament to her intellectual pursuits. Copley masterfully captures not only Hannah's external beauty but also reflects upon the spirit of American independence that was brewing during this period. As she sits confidently against a backdrop representing early America, this portrait serves as both an intimate portrayal of one woman's life and a representation of the revolutionary ideals that would shape the United States. Through its intricate details and rich symbolism, "Mrs. John Winthrop" transports viewers back to eighteenth-century Massachusetts—inviting us
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