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Joanna Gray (Lady Jane Grey)

Unknown 19th Century

1850

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Joanna Gray (Lady Jane Grey) is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1850 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a woman in a dress and head covering, with a necklace around her neck. The background is dark, and the woman's face is the main focus of the image. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest that the painting is from an earlier time period. The level of detail in the woman's clothing and accessories is impressive, and the artist's use of shading and texture adds depth to the image. The artist's use of cross-hatching technique is evident in the painting, creating a sense of texture and dimension. For more information on this technique, look up engraving.