Large Self Portrait by Edith Stevenson Wright c.1917, Oil on Canvas P3476

Self Portrait #29, c. 1917
Oil on canvas
Art: 38" x 73" | Frame: 40" x 75"

A striking and elegant full-length self-portrait by California artist Edith Stevenson Wright, painted circa 1917. This commanding composition depicts the artist in a flowing ivory gown, rendered with a soft, atmospheric palette and delicate handling of light and fabric. Wright’s poised stance and direct gaze convey both confidence and introspection, characteristic of early 20th-century portraiture that bridges academic tradition and emerging modern sensibilities.

The elongated format enhances the graceful verticality of the figure, while the subdued background allows the luminosity of the dress and the subject’s presence to take center stage. Subtle tonal transitions and fluid brushwork reflect Wright’s refined technique and sensitivity to form.

This exceptional and unusually large-scale work was acquired from the family estate of the artist in Santa Barbara, California, adding meaningful provenance to an already compelling piece. A rare opportunity to acquire a significant self-representation by a California woman artist of the early 20th century.

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