Actress Antonia Zarate 1811

Francisco Goya's "Actress Antonia Zarate" (1811) is a portrait of the famed Spanish actress in a simple, elegant pose. The painting showcases Goya’s mastery of capturing a sitter's personality, with Zarate's expressive eyes and delicate features rendered with exceptional realism. Her attire, a flowing white dress and a veil, emphasizes her feminine grace, while the dark background serves to highlight her presence. This portrait is a prime example of Goya's skill as a portraitist and is now housed in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg.