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Marie Gallelise de la Fontaine

Louis Petit after Maurice-Quentin de La Tour

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait displaying the upper half of a person's body. The person is seated with their arms on a surface, positioned slightly to the side while facing forward. They have a calm expression with clear facial features like arched eyebrows, eyes, a nose, and a gentle smile. The individual's hair is neatly styled, appearing short. They are dressed in richly textured clothing with fur trimming along the edges and intricate lace detailing on the sleeve cuffs. An ornate coat of arms is visible below the portrait. The background is monochromatic, highlighting the subject.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
3421 × 4868 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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