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Mrs Florentina Hughes of Northop Hall, by Unknown, oil, 1796

Mrs Florentina Hughes of Northop Hall

Unknown

1796

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Library of Wales

Dominant colour

Overview

Mrs Florentina Hughes of Northop Hall is a 1796 oil by Unknown, depicting Woman, held at National Library of Wales.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1796
Where can I see it?
National Library of Wales

About this work

This portrait painting shows a woman in a brown dress with a white collar and a black hat adorned with a white feather. The subject's attire and the dark background suggest a formal setting. The woman's direct gaze and the subtle play of light on her face and clothing create a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist's use of chiaroscuro adds to the overall mood of the painting. To learn more about the artist's technique and style, look up chiaroscuro.

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