Sarah Wedgwood

Sarah Wedgwood

Joshua Reynolds

1782

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting in a chair, looking straight at us. She's wearing a fancy dress and a hat. You might notice the details in her clothes and the way she's posed, which gives us a glimpse into her life. The artist likely chose these details to show her social status and personality. To learn more about the style and method used to create this portrait, look up the technique: chiaroscuro.

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