Portrait of a Woman 1700

This small, oval portrait by Thomas Forster, created in 1700, depicts a woman in a simple yet elegant gown. Executed in delicate shades of gray, the drawing highlights the sitter's features and her elegant posture, emphasizing the grace and refinement of the era. The drawing is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and exemplifies the artistry of portrait miniatures popular in the early 18th century.