Portrait of a Lady, formerly called Flora Macdonald
1752
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1752
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Portrait of a Lady, formerly called Flora Macdonald is a 1752 oil by Allan Ramsay, a Rococo painting work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This portrait features a woman in a white dress with a blue shawl, adorned with pearls and a blue bow in her hair. Her gaze is directed to the left, and her expression is neutral. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, possibly from the 18th century. The artist's use of oil paint and attention to detail in the subject's clothing and accessories are notable. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to explore the work of Allan Ramsay.
Allan Ramsay (1713–1784) was an artist, born in Edinburgh.
See the richer artist page