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Portrait of a Lady, by Unknown, unspecified, 1750

Portrait of a Lady

Unknown

1750

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of a Lady is a 1750 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1750
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a woman with light skin and a pale, powdered wig. She’s dressed in a dark, high-necked gown with lace at the wrist and chest. Her face is serious, with a slight smile and steady eyes. The dark background makes her face stand out sharply, giving it a three-dimensional look. This is a classic way to draw attention to the person’s expression. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works.

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