Anna Maria Dashwood, later Marchioness of Ely
1805
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1805
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting shows a woman sitting in a room. She's dressed in fancy clothes and has a quiet expression. The way the artist painted her clothes and the room is interesting because it looks very detailed and realistic. The artist used a lot of colors to make the scene feel calm. The woman's face is the main focus of the painting, and her expression is subtle. You can learn more about the style of this painting by looking into the technique of glazing.
