Portrait of a Lady
1775
unspecified
From the collection of Tate Britain
1775
unspecified
From the collection of Tate Britain
The painting depicts a woman in a blue dress with gold trim, sitting in a chair and holding a book. She has dark hair styled in an updo and is looking directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is a warm, muted color. The woman's dress is intricately detailed, with folds and creases that give it a sense of texture and depth. Her expression is calm and serene, with a hint of intelligence in her eyes. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Angelica Kauffmann.
