Portrait of a Lady; probably Mary Parsons, later Mrs Draper
1665
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1665
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This portrait depicts a woman in a golden dress with white sleeves, seated in a forest. Her dark, curly hair is adorned with gold earrings, and her hands are clasped together in her lap. The woman's dress features a low neckline and is fastened with small, shiny buttons. The background of the painting is a forest, with trees and foliage visible behind the subject. The woman's elegant attire and serene expression suggest a sense of refinement and poise. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, explore the technique of glazing.
