Elizabeth Seton (1804-1827), stiftsjungfru, sondotter till Alexander Baron Seton
1826
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1826
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This painting shows a woman with dark hair, styled in a curly updo. She wears a black dress with a white lace collar and a red shawl draped over her left shoulder. The background is a muted brown color. A small plaque at the bottom of the frame bears the name "Elizabeth Seton" and the years "1804-1827". The frame itself is ornate, featuring intricate carvings and a gold finish. The painting is held at the Nationalmuseum. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up "glazing".
