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Portrait of Maria Francisca de Sabóia

Antonio Oliveira de Louredo

1703

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art

18th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of Maria Francisca de Sabóia is a 1703 oil by Antonio Oliveira de Louredo, held at National Museum of Ancient Art.

Who painted this?: Antonio Oliveira de Louredo
When & what style?: 1703
Where can I see it?: National Museum of Ancient Art

About this work

This portrait features a woman in a long, flowing white dress with a veil covering her head. She stands in front of a dark background, possibly a curtain or wall, with a small table to her left. The table holds a crown and two tassels hang from above. The woman's attire is formal, and she appears to be holding something in her right hand. To her right, a small cherub-like figure sits on a decorative object, adding a touch of elegance to the scene. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject. To learn more about this technique, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.