Matilda Stoughton de Jaudenes 1794

Gilbert Stuart, a prominent American painter known for his portraits of prominent figures, created this oil painting of Matilda Stoughton de Jaudenes in 1794. The portrait showcases Matilda in an elegant white gown adorned with delicate floral patterns, a fashionable feathered hat, and a pearl necklace. She sits gracefully in a red armchair, holding a fan, with a table draped in red cloth holding books in the foreground. The overall composition and realistic details highlight the subject's wealth and social standing, capturing the spirit of the late 18th century.