Brought a frown to

[Mr. Tom 1]

Hi

Could you please tell me which one of these is better?

My question brought a frown to her brow. [=she did not like my question]
My question brought a frown on her brow. [=she did not like my question]

Thanks,

Tom

 

[Tarheel]

Hi

Could you please tell me which one of these is better?

My question brought a frown to her brow. [=she did not like my question]
My question brought a frown on her brow. [=she did not like my question]

[.......]

Tom

I prefer the first one. I think it's more natural.

 

[emsr2d2]

The version with "on" is wrong. The suggestion of the verb "bring" is movement. We bring things to people and places. The same goes for this situation.
The question brought a frown.
Where did it bring it to?
To her brow.

She brought me to work this morning.
That brought a smile to my face.
Can you bring that book to me?
The show brought the audience to their feet.