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Portrait of Mrs King (née Spence), by Thomas Gainsborough, oil, 1767

Portrait of Mrs King (née Spence)

Thomas Gainsborough

1767

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of Mrs King (née Spence) is a 1767 oil by Thomas Gainsborough, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Thomas Gainsborough
When & what style?
1767
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a woman. She's wearing an elegant blue dress with lace details and has dark hair styled in an updo. The background is a dark brown color. The woman's dress is intricately designed, with a low neckline and puffy sleeves. Her hair is adorned with a small decoration, and she's wearing a pearl necklace. The overall effect is one of refinement and sophistication. If you like this style of painting, you might also enjoy the work of Thomas Gainsborough.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Gainsborough
Artist

Thomas Gainsborough

Thomas Gainsborough (; 14 May 1727 (baptised) – 2 August 1788) was an English painter, draughtsman and printmaker who specialised in portrait and landscape painting.

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