Sarah Siddons (1755–1831)
1792
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1792
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This portrait painting shows a woman's head and shoulders. She has dark hair and is looking to the right. The background is a mottled grey-brown color. The woman's face is painted in soft, gentle colors. Her hair is dark and curly, framing her face. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. If you like this painting, you might want to check out other works by the artist, William Hamilton.