Portrait of a Lady 1755 - 1824

"Portrait of a Lady" is an 18th-century miniature painting by Antoine Vestier, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The work, painted on ivory, depicts an unknown woman with a powdered wig adorned with a floral garland, a popular style of the era. The delicate brushstrokes and subtle shading highlight her features, offering a glimpse into the fashion and beauty standards of the time. This miniature, despite its small size (4.4 cm x 3.4 cm), embodies the elegance and refined taste of aristocratic portraiture.