Portrait of a Woman as a Vestal Virgin 1775

Angelica Kauffmann's "Portrait of a Woman as a Vestal Virgin" (1775) depicts a woman in flowing white robes, with a blue drape, holding a golden vessel and performing a ritual offering. The painting is a prime example of Neoclassicism, characterized by its focus on classical themes and idealized figures. The use of soft, muted colors and detailed brushwork creates a sense of grace and serenity, embodying the virtues associated with Vestal Virgins. The painting is housed in the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, Spain, and is considered one of Kauffmann's most celebrated works.