Lady Maria Hooker When Miss Turner at Age Seventeen

Mary Dawson Turner, after Thomas Phillips

National Gallery of Art

This is a portrait drawing of a young woman with curly hair flowing down to her shoulders. She is facing forward in a seated position with a slight turn to her right. The drawing shows her delicate facial features, including soft eyes and full lips. She is wearing a dress with a high neckline, visible shoulder outlines, and possibly decorative detailing on the bodice. The drawing is an intricate line sketch set against a lightly textured, plain background, emphasizing the subject.