This portrait captures a man amid meditation. Edward was inspired by the delicate brushwork of Berthe Morisot, and this influence lends the painting a quiet sensitivity and softness. While not aiming for a fleeting impression, the work embraces a gentle realism, harmonizing the subject’s stillness with the golden warmth of natural light. Sunlight washes across his face in calm, flattened tones, echoing the steady rhythm of breath and thought. The result is a portrait that feels both intimate and grounded, offering a sense of centred calm and contemplative quiet.
