Ann Lee (b.c.1635), Wife of Sir Henry Lee of Ditchley
1659
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1659
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This portrait depicts a woman with dark, curly hair and a red dress featuring a white collar. The background is dark, and the woman's face is the main focus of the painting. The painting is done in oil paint, and the artist has used chiaroscuro to create depth and contrast in the image. The woman's expression is calm and serene, and her eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this portrait, you might want to look up Peter Lely.