Mrs. Thomas Sprigg
1764
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1764
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting depicts a woman in a white dress with a blue sash, standing in front of a table and a landscape. She wears a white head covering and has her right hand resting on the table, while her left hand holds the end of the blue sash. The background features a tree and a cloudy sky. The woman's dress is intricately detailed, with folds and creases visible in the fabric. Her face is serene, with a subtle smile. To learn more about the artist behind this portrait, explore the works of John Hesselius.