Anne Ward Morland

About this work

This portrait drawing features a woman seated in a chair, wearing a large hat adorned with feathers. Her attire includes a dress with a high neckline and long sleeves, complemented by a shawl draped over her left shoulder. The subject's gaze is directed to the left, and her right hand rests on a table or ledge in front of her. The artist's use of graphite and chalk creates a range of tonal values, adding depth to the composition. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, with the subject lost in thought. For more on the artist behind this work, explore the Romanticism movement and the techniques of Morland, George.