Woman Reading captures a quiet, intimate moment with rich, expressive brushwork. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the soft, flowing textures of the woman’s dress, while the warm interior setting evokes a sense of comfort and focus.
It last sold at auction by Sotheby’s in 1995 for AU$12,650.
Woman Reading captures a quiet, intimate moment with rich, expressive brushwork.
Rich textures and soft brushwork create an atmosphere of quiet introspection and elegance.
Susan Henderson (née McKeown) was an Irish immigrant, who met and married John Brownlie Henderson in Brisbane, Australia.
A moody, atmospheric depiction of the Australian landscape.