As such, this painting can surely be reckoned to be extremely worthy of being included in the text book as it would help the readers get a very good idea about the iconic features of impressionism as a form of art. It is truly commendable how the artist has used thin washes in the free-flowing brushstrokes for catapulting the details of the work. Moreover, it needs to be noted that the painter uses an outside setting in unison with the figure of the lady in context. But, the selection of the setting does not make the painting a conversation piece. There can be no doubt about the fact that the painting is rendered much psychological depth owing to the details of texture and dress that come to signify affluence and elegance on the part of the lady in the portrait. It is noticeable that the artist uses the lonely tree to match the lone human figure. This goes on to add the impression of remoteness as shown through the figure of the female. The deserted landscape adds to this affective impressionistic feature of the painting. Thus, insertion of this painting in the text would make way for an in-depth analysis and comprehension of the iconic impressionist piece of art. That would surely be greatly helpful in enhancing the outlook and knowledge of the readers or students of arts and aesthetics. As one of the iconic artworks of the impressionist genre of art, it would also help the students to have a holistic idea about the movement of art in general.
The iconic shimmering transparency endowed to the scarf held by the figure in the painting has been achieved through the use of thin oil color and quite long brush strokes. As such, it can be understood that a close scrutiny of this particular painting would enable explication of the specific techniques that were used by the artists to paint the iconic works. This particular painting goes on to capture the exquisiteness and charming persona of the female. The painting literally gives an impression of the nature and aura of the individual. The paint has been applied on the portrait with flying and soft brush strokes. The vibrant effect is brought about with the zigzag movement of the brushes toward the lower portion of the female figure, thus contrasting with the calm of the face. This makes it clear to the utmost degree that the painting, Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan (1787) has to be essentially included in the text book that goes on to document and explicate various forms of painting and the genres with all the signature features of every movement.
References
Kleiner, Fred S. Gardner's Art through the Ages: 15th Edition, E: Modern Europe and
America.pg. 778.
