Portrait of Eleanor, Countess of Lauderdale
1790
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
1790
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
The painting depicts a woman in a pink dress, with her hair styled in an updo. She is holding a flower garland in her hands. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, possibly a portrait session. The flowers in her hands add a touch of elegance to the overall scene. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, look up Angelica Kauffmann.