Portrait of Maria Naryshkina
1796
unspecified
From the collection of Hermitage Museum
1796
unspecified
From the collection of Hermitage Museum
This painting is a portrait of a woman holding a baby. The woman has dark, curly hair and is wearing a green dress with white dots. She is holding the baby in her arms, and the baby is looking at the viewer. The background of the painting is a plain gray color. The woman's expression is calm and gentle, and she seems to be looking at the baby with love and care. The baby's face is also calm, and it appears to be looking at the viewer with curiosity. The overall mood of the painting is peaceful and serene. If you're interested in learning more about this style of portrait, you might want to explore the work of artist Peter Edward Stroehling.
