Portrait of a Woman with Parasol by Truxton Hosley

This is an original framed work of art, identified as a watercolor and ink piece by the artist Truxton Hosley (mid-20th century). The composition features a stylized portrait of a woman in vintage attire, reminiscent of late 19th-century fashion. She wears a rustic orange or terra cotta colored jacket with decorative buttons, a floral-embellished hat, light blue gloves, and a ruffled white collar, and she holds a grey parasol aloft. The background consists of loose, gestural green and tan washes with subtle calligraphic markings or script-like scribbles. The piece is signed 'Hosley' in the lower left corner. The artwork is presented under glass in a professional double-mat setup with a black outer mat and a white inner accent mat, providing high contrast. The frame is a simple classic gilt-finished wood with a subtle wood grain pattern. The overall condition appears excellent with no visible foxing, water damage, or fading to the pigments. The line work is confident and loose, characteristic of Hosley's illustrative style. This piece likely dates from the 1950s to 1970s, reflecting a mid-century interest in Victorian-era motifs through a modern lens.