Portrait of Sister Maria Caterina 1734

Rosalba Carriera's 1734 pastel portrait of Sister Maria Caterina showcases the artist's mastery of the medium. The nun's contemplative expression and clasped hands, rendered in delicate detail, evoke a sense of piety and quiet devotion. The soft, luminous colors and subtle shading create a lifelike quality, typical of Carriera's work. This pastel portrait, now housed in the Ca' Rezzonico museum in Venice, Italy, is a testament to the artist's skill and her ability to capture the essence of her subjects.