Who painted Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott)?

Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott) was painted by Joshua Reynolds in 1767.

Where can I see Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott)?

Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott) is held by Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

What movement is Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott)?

Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott) is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott)?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott)

Joshua Reynolds , 1767

Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott) is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Joshua Reynolds. It dates from 1767 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, Portrait of a Woman (said to be Lady Scott), is a representative work of 18th-century English portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a woman, traditionally identified as Lady Scott, seated in a contemplative pose with one hand resting on her chin. Her attire, including a light-colored dress and a necklace with a brooch, is characteristic of the period's fashion.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro, evident in the contrast between the subject's illuminated face and the dark background, highlights the texture of her dress and skin. The refined elegance of the portrait is typical of the Rococo style.

History & Provenance

The painting was created around 1767 by Sir Joshua Reynolds, a prominent English portraitist and first president of the Royal Academy of Arts.