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Portrait of a Woman

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image is an oval-framed portrait of a woman's upper body and head. She is facing forward with a neutral expression. Her facial features include a slight frown, thin eyebrows, and tightly pursed lips. Her dark hair is neatly pulled back and she wears a dark dress with a high collar and white trim. The woman also wears earrings and a brooch at her collar. The background is a muted blue color. The frame around the image is ornate and golden, carved with floral and leaf patterns.

Artwork Details

Date
1860s
Medium
tintype with applied color
Dimensions
8180 × 9225 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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