1791
oil
canvas
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
Portrait of a lady as Vestal Virgin is a 1791 oil by Angelica Kauffmann, a Rococo painting work, held at Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.
This portrait features a woman dressed in a flowing white gown, with a sheer veil draped over her head and shoulders. She sits with her left elbow resting on a wooden surface, holding a small, ornate object in her left hand. Her right hand gently lifts the veil, revealing her face. The subject's attire and hairstyle evoke a sense of elegance and refinement. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the painting, with the subject's face and hands illuminated against a darker background. The level of detail and realism in this portrait suggests a high level of skill and craftsmanship. For more works by this artist, explore the paintings of Angelica Kauffmann.
Maria Anna Angelika Kauffmann, usually known in English as Angelica Kauffman, was a Swiss painter who had a successful career in London and Rome.
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