Aïda, a Moorish Maid 

Sir John Lavery’s painting, "Aïda, a Moorish Maid" is a portrait of a woman in traditional Moorish attire. She is depicted in a simple black dress, accented by intricate jewelry and an elaborately decorated headpiece. The painting is a study in light and shadow, with the woman's face softly illuminated and her background receding into a warm, hazy tone. The subject's direct gaze adds to the painting's sense of intimacy and creates a compelling connection with the viewer.