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Portrait of Frankfurt banker's wife Anna Elisabeth Leerse, by Jean-Marc Nattier, oil, 1749

Portrait of Frankfurt banker's wife Anna Elisabeth Leerse

Jean-Marc Nattier

1749

oil

canvas

From the collection of Städel Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of Frankfurt banker's wife Anna Elisabeth Leerse is a 1749 oil by Jean-Marc Nattier, a Rococo painting work, held at Städel Museum.

Who painted this?
Jean-Marc Nattier
When & what style?
1749 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Städel Museum

About this work

This painting shows a woman in an elegant dress with a pink bow at the top. She has white hair and is wearing a gold headpiece. The background is dark. The woman's dress is white with lace around the top and pink fabric draped over her shoulders. She is looking straight ahead with a neutral expression. Her hair is styled in an updo with loose curls framing her face. The artist, Jean-Marc Nattier, was known for his portraits of wealthy and influential people. You can learn more about his work and technique by looking up "Jean-Marc Nattier".

About the artist

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Artist

Jean-Marc Nattier

Jean-Marc Nattier (French pronunciation: ; 17 March 1685 – 7 November 1766) was a French painter.

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