The artwork, titled “Anne,” was created by Fairfield Porter in 1965 and is part of the Contemporary Realism art movement. This piece is a portrait, exemplifying the genre with its focus on the depiction of a single individual, presumably named Anne.
In this portrait, a woman is depicted seated with her hands clasped in her lap, conveying a sense of calm and introspection. She is dressed in a white garment layered over a blue top, harmonizing with the soft tones of the background. The seated figure is set against a backdrop of horizontal lines, suggestive of wooden paneling, painted in muted shades of lavender and grey. Her poised posture and contemplative expression are captured with an economy of detail, characteristic of Porter’s style. The simplicity of the composition and the subdued color palette highlight the subject, inviting viewers to ponder the inner state and personality of the sitter.
