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The Miniature, by Charles Robert Leslie, oil, 1826

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Overview

The Miniature is a 1826 oil by Charles Robert Leslie, a British Romanticism work, held at Walters Art Museum.

Who painted this?
Charles Robert Leslie
When & what style?
1826 · British Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Walters Art Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a woman sitting at a table, holding a small, framed miniature in her right hand. She is dressed in a white dress with a ruffled collar and a pink flower in her hair. The table is covered with a red patterned cloth, and a black object sits on the right side of the table. The woman's gaze is directed downward, focusing on the miniature. Her dark hair is pulled back, revealing her face. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. The artist, Charles Robert Leslie, is known for his work in the Romantic era. To learn more about his style and techniques, explore the work of Charles Robert Leslie.

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