Portrait of a young lady (probably Jean Traill)
Object numberOM-1733
TitlePortrait of a young lady (probably Jean Traill)
Creator - unknown
DescriptionYoung lady wearing a high waisted dress of soft flowing cotton. Her hair is covered by a turban and not dressed in elaborate ringlets, which would have been worn in high society. This would suggest that the portrait was painted in an informal, intimate manner showing the lady at home. This fashion was inspired by classical art.
Production periodearly 19th century
Object namePortrait
Object categoryPortrait
