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Jaime Ellsworth
Little Black Dress, Oil Painting

2023

About the Item

Artist Comments
A white horse halts, observing a black dress gently swaying in the breeze. Multiple layers of oil paint infuse the composition with a distinct character, allowing the surface to reveal underlying colors. The simplicity of the scene encourages imaginative interpretation.


About the Artist
Artist Jaime Ellsworth offers charming portrayals of animals, depicting both the familiar inhabitants of her corral and those rarely seen on San Juan Island in the Pacific Northwest. "My career as a cowhand never took off, so I am glad I stumbled into art, as it still complements my passion," says Jaime. In each of her works, Jaime invites the viewer to appreciate the image's simplicity and encourages them to explore beyond the details, prompting their imagination. Alongside the straightforward shapes, her compositions convey a sense of narrative through the expressions and movements of the figures. Jaime works in her studio attached to a small barn, where her dogs, donkeys, and horses keep her company while she paints. Beyond painting, Jaime explores the outdoors with her pets and volunteers to aid animals locally and internationally.


Words that describe this painting: horse, dress, story, narrative, subtle, neutral, clothes, playful, animals, primitive, oil painting, grey


Little Black Dress
Jaime Ellsworth
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Painting wraps around edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind

2023
36 in. h x 36 in. w x 1.5 in. d
9 lbs. 0 oz.


  • Creator:
  • Creation Year:
    2023
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Little Black Dress. Jaime Ellsworth. Oil painting on stretched canvas. Painting wraps around edges. Ready to hang. One-of-a-kind. .
  • Gallery Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 772311stDibs: LU922113928812
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