Portrait of a Lady 1842

"Portrait of a Lady" is an 1842 miniature watercolor painting by English artist Edward Dalton Marchant. This intimate portrait depicts a young woman with a gentle smile, her long hair styled in two braids. She is wearing a delicate blue gown, emphasizing her soft features. The painting, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the popular style of portraiture during the 19th century, capturing the essence of the sitter with delicate brushstrokes and subtle detail.