Head of a Girl. Probably the Daughter of J-F de Troy 1740 - 1744

Jacques François Joseph Saly's "Head of a Girl. Probably the Daughter of J-F de Troy" is a terracotta bust sculpture created between 1740 and 1744. The sculpture is a portrait of a young girl, likely the daughter of the artist's contemporary, the painter Jean-François de Troy. The girl's head is tilted down, and her hair is styled in a complex, elegant braid. The sculpture is housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The work showcases Saly's skill in capturing realistic detail and delicate expression. This bust is a testament to the artist's ability to portray both the physical beauty and the emotional depth of his subjects.