About this objectThe mirror in the background of the sparsely-furnished room reflects the closed door, emphasising the sense of enclosed interiority and domesticity. Steer often painted children, who he usually depicted playing outside in the Summer, or in domestic scenes during the Winter.
The economic use of loose, broad brushstrokes show the influence of French impressionism on Steer’s figurative painting.
MakerSteer, Philip Wilson (1860-1942)
Maker Rolepainter
Date Madec. 1891-1892
Period19th century
Medium and Materialsmedium: oil
support: canvas
Style and IconographyImpressionist
Style and IconographyPortrait
Techniqueoil on canvas
Measurementssupport height: 76.5 cm
support width: 64 cm
