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Unknown woman, by Rupert Barber, unspecified, 1749

Unknown woman

Rupert Barber

1749

unspecified

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

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Overview

Unknown woman is a 1749 unspecified by Rupert Barber, a Rococo painting work, held at Nationalmuseum.

Who painted this?
Rupert Barber
When & what style?
1749 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?
Nationalmuseum

About this work

This is a portrait of a woman. She is wearing a pink dress with a white lace collar and a purple shawl over her left shoulder. Her hair is styled in loose curls, adorned with pearls. The background is a muted grey. The woman's gaze is directed straight ahead, and her expression is neutral. Her attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The painting is a fine example of 18th-century portraiture. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the use of chiaroscuro.

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