Anna Sophie Agnes von Lehwald, born von Buddenbrock (1699-1773)
1731
oil
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
1731
oil
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
This portrait depicts a woman in an elegant white dress with intricate patterns, her hair styled in an updo adorned with a red flower. She sits in front of a dark background, with a red fabric draped over her left arm. The woman's right hand rests on a table, which holds an object that is not clearly visible. The painting features a coat of arms in the top-left corner, accompanied by a signature and date. The overall atmosphere of the portrait exudes refinement and poise. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this painting, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.