Jemima Countess Cornwallis

James Watson after Sir Joshua Reynolds

National Gallery of Art

This image depicts a woman in profile sitting with her body facing slightly to the right. The woman is shown from the waist up, displaying a serene and composed posture. Her head is slightly turned, showing a side profile view of her facial features, including high cheekbones and a gentle expression. Her hair is styled in an elegant updo, adding to her sophisticated appearance. She is wearing a flowing dress with long sleeves, decorated with a sash around her waist and a brooch or ornament at the neckline. She holds an open book in her right hand, resting against her leg. The background includes a dark, textured wall or curtain and an outdoor scene with trees, foliage, and distant hills under a cloudy sky, giving a sense of tranquility and introspection to the portrait.