Portrait of a Woman with a Guitar, called Louise D'Aumont, Mazarin, Duchesse d'Aumont
1790
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1790
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This small oval portrait shows a woman in fancy clothes from long ago. She’s wearing a blue-and-white dress with a red shawl and a white fur trim. Her hair is styled in soft curls, and she’s holding a small guitar. The background is plain and dark, so she stands out clearly. The gold frame with tiny dots around the edge looks like it could be part of a piece of jewelry. The woman’s face is painted with smooth, soft colors, and her hands look delicate as she plays. If you like this style, check out Antoine Vestier.
