Mary Nisbet, Countess of Elgin (1777 - 1855)
1804
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1804
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This portrait features a woman with dark, curly hair adorned with a golden headband. She wears a black dress with gold accents and a white ruffled collar, complemented by a gold necklace and earrings. Her gaze is directed to the left of the frame. The painting's background is a muted brown color, which contrasts with the subject's attire. The overall atmosphere of the portrait exudes elegance and refinement. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, explore the works of François Gérard.
