Caroline Mathilde, Christian VII's Queen

1769

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Caroline Mathilde, Christian VII's Queen is a 1769 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1769 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a blue dress and a brown fur vest, with a lace bonnet on her head. She is wearing a pearl necklace and earrings, and her hair is styled in an updo. The background of the painting is dark, which makes the woman stand out. The woman's expression is neutral, and her eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the woman's clothing and accessories. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.