Portrait of a Woman
1765
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
1765
oil
From the collection of Brooklyn Museum
This portrait depicts a woman sitting at a table, facing the viewer. She wears a dark dress with lace trim and a large bow at the center, complemented by a matching ribbon in her hair. Her hands rest on the table, with her right hand on top of her left. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, possibly from the 18th century. The dark background of the painting draws attention to the subject, emphasizing her presence. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, explore the art of chiaroscuro.
