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Pink and Gold: The Neapolitan, 1897. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
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Pink and Gold: The Neapolitan, 1897. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Pink and Gold: The Neapolitan, 1897. Carmen Rossi, the sitter of this small portrait, was an Italian girl who posed for Whistler as a child and later, during the 1890s, became his favourite model
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**Pink and Gold: The Neapolitan**
In this exquisite portrait of Carmen Rossi (1897), American artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler masterfully captures the essence of his muse. With a mischievous glint in her eye, Carmen poses sideways, her brown hair styled with elegance beneath a delicate gold chain adorning her neck. The soft pink hue that envelops this Neapolitan beauty is not only a testament to Whistler's skillful use of color but also an ode to the era's fascination with all things luxurious and opulent.
As one of Whistler's favorite models, Carmen Rossi sat for him multiple times throughout her life. This portrait, in particular, showcases his ability to distill the essence of his subject onto canvas. The subtle playfulness on her face is a hallmark of their artistic collaboration, as if she is sharing a secret only known to them.
This work not only celebrates Whistler's technical prowess but also provides a glimpse into the Gilded Age era that was marked by opulence and grandeur. **Pink and Gold: The Neapolitan** (1897) remains an iconic representation of this period, with its delicate balance between pink and gold hues evoking a sense of refinement and sophistication.
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