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Miss Nelly O'Brien

Samuel Okey after Sir Joshua Reynolds

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman seated with a small dog on her lap. She has a composed expression, styled hair, a wide-brimmed hat, a lace-patterned shawl, an ornate gown, and a pearl choker necklace. The background features foliage and possibly a garden setting.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1771
Medium
mezzotint on laid paper
Dimensions
3513 × 4861 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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