Portrait of a mighty lady. Shown bustly, she presents her delicate face with extraordinary grace.
Her almond eyes are accentuated by the high arches of her eyebrows. And the pink lips clearly stand out from the bone complexion.
The model, aware of her subtle femininity, adorned the wig with a rose wreath, making one of its cups a playful crowning of the dress's neckline.
Signature on the reverse: Colson
Jean François Colson (1733-1803) - French painter, from an artistic family. He was commissioned by his wealthy patron, Prince Godefroy Charles de Bouillon. He performed various functions at his court, being both an architect and a painter. He specialized in portraits of the French aristocracy. His paintings decorate, among others, the Royal Łazienki Park in Warsaw.
France, 2nd half of the 18th century
Oil on canvas.
Dimensions with frame: 55.5cm x 43cm
Dimensions without frame: 47.5cm x 35cm
Conservation condition: visible in the photos/ span>
