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Mrs. George Mills

John Downman

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a woman's upper body in profile, facing left. She has delicate facial features, soft expression, high styled hair covered by a large bonnet, and wears an elegant dress with ruffled details and a fitted waist. She wears a black ribbon choker. The background includes a tree, suggesting an outdoor scene. The artwork features soft, pastel coloration.

Artwork Details

Date
1783
Medium
charcoal and pastel on laid paper
Dimensions
3366 × 4005 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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