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Portrait  of a Lady, by Nicolas de Largillière, oil, 1750

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Overview

Portrait of a Lady is a 1750 oil by Nicolas de Largillière, a Rococo painting work, depicting Unidentified Woman, held at Pinacoteca di Brera.

Who painted this?
Nicolas de Largillière
When & what style?
1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Pinacoteca di Brera

About this work

The painting depicts a woman with curly white hair, adorned with red flowers. She wears a black dress featuring lace and floral embellishments, complemented by a pink fabric draped over her left arm. The background is a mix of dark and light brown hues, with some green tones visible. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The use of oil paint and the artist's attention to detail contribute to the overall sense of realism in the portrait. This painting is a fine example of Nicolas de Largillière's work.

About the artist

Portrait of Nicolas de Largillière
Artist

Nicolas de Largillière

Nicolas de Largillière (French: ; baptised 10 October 1656 – 20 March 1746) was a French painter and draughtsman. From 1733 until 1735, he was director of the Académie de Peinture et de Sculpture.

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