Artwork
Portrait of a Woman Wearing a Miniature
Portrait of a Woman Wearing a Miniature is an unspecified portrait miniature by the Rococo painting artist Thomas Hazlehurst. It dates from 1780 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2012.57.2
- Credit line
- The Jane B. Tripp Charitable Lead Annuity Trust
About this work
Overview
This portrait miniature, created around 1780 by Thomas Hazlehurst, is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a woman with curly hair, wearing a white dress and a pearl necklace with a small, round miniature portrait of a man in a blue coat and white wig. Her neutral expression and direct gaze suggest a formal representation.
Technique & Style
The artist's skill is evident in the detailed miniature portrait on the necklace, achieved through techniques such as chiaroscuro, which creates a sense of depth and volume. The soft, gradient blue background also showcases the artist's attention to detail.
Artist & collection
