1751
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Maria, Countess of Coventry is a 1751 ink by Benjamin Wilson, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait depicts a woman in a dark dress with a shawl draped over her shoulders. Her hair is styled in an updo, adorned with a feather. The subject is shown from the waist up, with her hands clasped together in front of her. The background of the painting is a light color, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The woman's expression is calm and serene, with a subtle hint of a smile. Her eyes are cast downward, giving the impression that she is lost in thought. The overall effect of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the subject's inner world. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this painting, explore the world of etching and drypoint.
Benjamin Wilson (21 June (O.S.) 1721 – 6 June 1788) was a British painter, printmaker and scientist (natural philosopher).
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