Portrait of a Lady in Red c. 1785 - 1790

"Portrait of a Lady in Red" is an oil painting by the Sherman Limner, a renowned American folk artist. Dating back to c. 1785-1790, the artwork depicts an unidentified woman in a red dress, adorned with a floral crown and holding a pink carnation. The sitter's elegant attire and delicate features are characteristic of the late 18th-century portrait style. While the artist's identity remains elusive, this work exemplifies the Sherman Limner's signature style - simple yet expressive brushstrokes, a focus on capturing the sitter's likeness, and the use of muted colors.