Portrait of Grand Duchess Yekaterina Alexeyevna (1729–1796)
1761
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
1761
oil
From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery
This portrait shows a woman with pale skin and white hair styled in an updo. She wears a white dress with a low neckline and a large brooch on her chest. The background is a muted brown color. The woman's expression is neutral, and her gaze is directed slightly to the right. Her attire and hairstyle suggest a formal or official setting. The overall mood of the painting is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Pietro Rotari.
