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Princess Augusta Charlotte (1737–1813), Eldest Sister of George III, with Her Infant Son, by Angelica Kauffmann, unspecified, 1784

Princess Augusta Charlotte (1737–1813), Eldest Sister of George III, with Her Infant Son

Angelica Kauffmann

1784

unspecified

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Princess Augusta Charlotte (1737–1813), Eldest Sister of George III, with Her Infant Son is a 1784 unspecified by Angelica Kauffmann, a Neoclassicism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Angelica Kauffmann
When & what style?
1784 · Neoclassicism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a woman in a blue dress holding a baby. The woman's dress is draped elegantly, and she wears a crown on her head. The baby is wrapped in a cloth, and the woman gently holds it close. The background of the painting is a soft, muted color, which complements the woman's dress. The woman's expression is serene, and she seems to be lost in thought as she gazes at the baby. The baby, on the other hand, looks up at the woman with a curious expression. The overall mood of the painting is one of calmness and tranquility. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of intimacy and warmth in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the paintings of Angelica Kauffmann.

About the artist

Portrait of Angelica Kauffmann
Artist

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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