Laura Moubray, neé Hobson (born 1788)
1808
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1808
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This portrait shows a woman with short, dark hair and a white ruffled collar. She wears a dark jacket over a white top, and her gaze is directed to the left. The background is dark, with subtle texture visible in the paint. The woman's features are rendered in soft, gentle brushstrokes, giving the portrait a sense of quiet intimacy. The dark background helps to focus attention on her face and clothing. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up the use of chiaroscuro in his work.
