Miss Nelly O’Brien c. 1762 - 1763

sirjoshuareynolds

figurative

character portrait

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

painting painterly

animal drawing portrait

digital portrait

"Miss Nelly O’Brien" is an oil on canvas portrait painting by Joshua Reynolds, created around 1762-1763. The painting depicts Miss Nelly O'Brien, a prominent Irish socialite of the time, in a relaxed pose with a white dog in her lap. The use of soft lighting and a muted color palette creates a sense of intimacy and tranquility. Reynolds' signature style, characterized by a focus on capturing the sitter's personality and a harmonious composition, is evident in this work.