Location: Martin Methodist College
Sponsored by: Anonymous
Dr. Grassi was a beloved music teacher at Martin Methodist College in 1915, the time period depicted this painting.
Martin Methodist College was a finishing school and a four year college for young women. Young women were schooled in the fine arts, and music appreciation was considered a respected aspect of cultural refinement.
The painting illustrates young woman student.
She is shown being presented with a bouquet of peonies from her father.
His great love for her is expressed shown by the tear in his eye.
