The Artist's Wife (Ellen Moxon, Lady Orchardson, c 1854 - 1917)
About this artwork
Ellen Moxon married William Quiller Orchardson on 6 April 1873. This portrait of her is dated 1872, therefore just predating their marriage. The portrait remained in her possession until her death in 1917, and was presumably a cherished reminder of her marriage. The couple went on to have four sons and two daughters. His wife was once again celebrated in paint in Master Baby of 1886, which shows Ellen playing with their young son Gordon.
Updated before 2020
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artist:Sir William Quiller Orchardson (1832 - 1910) Scottish
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title:The Artist's Wife (Ellen Moxon, Lady Orchardson, c 1854 - 1917)
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date created:Dated 1872
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materials:Oil on canvas
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measurements:191.00 x 119.50 cm; Framed: 220.00 x 147.50 cm
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credit line:Bequest of Lady Orchardson 1917
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accession number:NG 1207
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artwork photographed by:Antonia Reeve
Sir William Quiller Orchardson
Sir William Quiller Orchardson
Orchardson was an outstanding narrative painter, who deftly used body language and expression, as well as descriptive detail, to communicate feelings and mood. He was also a gifted portraitist. As a mature student of the Trustees' Academy in Edinburgh, he joined other talented students of Robert...
