Elizabeth, Countess of Effingham
Amerikanische Malerei 1790–1801, ca. 1797
- Kunstenaar
- Amerikanische Malerei 1790–1801
- Datering
- ca. 1797
- Soort
- Schilderij
- Techniek
- oil on canvas
- Afmetingen
- 146,3 × 115,6 cm
- Collectie
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licentie
- Publiek domein, CC0
Beeldbeschrijving
The artwork depicts a woman shown from the waist up, posed in a three-quarter view. She has fair skin, with defined facial features, and her long, curly hair is styled and adorned with pearls. She wears a red and white gown with embroidery and embellishments, including gold details and lace trim. Her right arm rests on a surface draped with red fabric, and she holds a folded piece of paper in her left hand. The woman is adorned with pearl earrings and a pearl necklace. The background features a sky with clouds.