The image depicts an oval portrait of a woman from the chest upwards. She is shown in a three-quarter view, facing slightly to the right. The woman has delicate facial features and a youthful appearance, with dark hair styled in an elaborate updo typical of 18th-century fashion. She wears a gown with a low neckline and some white lace peeking out, in a muted brownish color. The background features a softly blended gradient of earthy tones. There are no visible accessories in the image.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1770
- Medium
- pastel with touches of graphite on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3613 × 4461 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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