A Young Lady in a Yellow Gown with Blue Ribbons
1767
pastel
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1767
pastel
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a woman facing forward, her face calm and slightly flushed. She wears a pale yellow dress with blue ribbons tied around the sleeves and neckline. Her hair is pulled back, and a small pink flower sits in her updo. The artist used pastel on paper, which gives the colors a soft, slightly fuzzy look. The background is plain, keeping all focus on her face and dress. Next, check out how pastel works as a medium.
