Mrs. Mayer and DaughterAmmi PhillipsNone

  • Art movementAmerican Folk Art

Ammi Phillips (1788 – 1865)

Ammi Phillips (1788-1865) was a prominent American folk artist known for his itinerant portraiture across Connecticut, Massachusetts & New York. Discover his distinctive style – characterized by clarity, precision, and intimate depictions of early Am


About this artwork

  • Title: Mrs. Mayer and Daughter
  • Artist: Ammi Phillips
  • Format: Square
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Corpus context: itinerant portraiture, domestic values
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Main color: Phthalo Green
  • Keywords: portrait painting style, american folk art, family portrait art
  • Color intensity: Balanced

Questions & Answers

What style does "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" belong to?

The movement associated with "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" by Ammi Phillips is American Folk Art. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

Who created "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" and what style is it in?

Ammi Phillips created "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" within the American Folk Art movement.

How do contrast and harmony combine in "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter"?

The color composition of "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" by Ammi Phillips combines a statement contrast with a strong color unity harmony.

What explains the copyright situation of "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" by Ammi Phillips?

"Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" by Ammi Phillips is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Ammi Phillips died in 1865.

What colors dominate "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" by Ammi Phillips?

"Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" is defined by an earthy palette led by phthalo green (#171415).

Who is the artist behind "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter"?

"Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" was created by Ammi Phillips. The information on this page describes Ammi Phillips's original work.

What is "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" about?

The subjects of "Mrs. Mayer and Daughter" are portrait, family, americana, folk art, mother child, red dress, domesticity, 19th century.

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