Miss Gertie Millar by Marie Straw (1894-1996) Original Acrylic

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In this striking portrait, Marie Straw presents a stylized depiction of Miss Gertie Millar, a celebrated Edwardian actress and singer. … Read more In this striking portrait, Marie Straw presents a stylized depiction of Miss Gertie Millar, a celebrated Edwardian actress and singer. Set against a soft peach background, the figure is elegantly dressed in a cobalt blue period outfit and matching hat, with soft white shoes and a subtle, confident gaze. The right side of the canvas is bordered by a deep maroon and gray vertical panel featuring her name in bold black letters: “MISS GERTIE MILLAR.”

Straw's characteristic flat application of bold colors and outlined forms gives this piece a graphic, poster-like quality reminiscent of vintage theatre advertisements, which is fitting given Gertie Millar's stage legacy. The poised stance and period attire evoke early 20th-century fashion, honoring Millar’s elegance and cultural significance while imbuing the portrait with a sense of timeless grace. See less