Lady Maria Hamilton 1802

"Lady Maria Hamilton" is an oil painting created by Thomas Lawrence in 1802. The painting is a portrait of Lady Maria Hamilton, a prominent figure in English society. Lawrence, a renowned portraitist, captures Hamilton's beauty and grace through a delicate use of color and light. Her soft features are highlighted against a dark background, drawing the viewer's eye to her elegant attire. The painting is a fine example of Lawrence's mastery of the Romantic style, which emphasized emotion and individual expression. The use of a simple background and a dramatic pose highlight the subject's elegance and poise, characteristic of the era's portraiture.