Autumn 1725

Rosalba Carriera's "Autumn" (1725) is a pastel portrait of a young woman, likely an allegorical representation of the season, adorned with a pink robe and holding a bunch of grapes. Known for her mastery of pastel, Carriera's delicate brushwork and soft color palette create a sense of elegance and grace. The portrait, now housed in the Hermitage Museum, is a testament to Carriera's skill and her ability to capture the beauty and sensuality of her subjects. Her work, particularly these allegorical portraits, influenced subsequent artists and cemented her place as a prominent figure in 18th-century Venetian art.