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Lady in White

Ammi Phillips

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a woman seated from the waist up. She faces forward with her body slightly angled to her left. Her facial features include arched eyebrows, bright eyes, and a neutral expression. Her hair is styled with soft curls framing her face and is mostly hidden by a white headpiece with lace and fabric detailing. She wears a white dress with lacework on the neckline and sleeves, along with a white belt. A red shawl with a colorful border is draped over the chair, held by her right hand. The background is a solid dark color, emphasizing her as the main subject.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1820
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
5447 × 6868 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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