The color in this work is exceptionally vivid; the model Edna Smith’s red hair and fair coloring is set off by a complementary blue-green background. The brushwork is vigorous and joyous, clearly showing Henri’s dashing execution. Henri’s already powerful technique had steadily increased in facility into the 1910s. Here he is shown to be a dexterous and masterly craftsman. (http://books0977.tumblr.com/post/150751778972/edna-1915-robert-henri-american)