Portret van een ziek meisje in bed liggend 1800s

"Portret van een ziek meisje in bed liggend" is a miniature portrait by George Nikolaus Ritter, dating from the late 18th century. The small, oval-shaped painting depicts a young girl lying in bed, with a blue curtain behind her. Ritter, known for his portraiture, skillfully captures the delicate features of the subject, showcasing the artist's expertise in depicting vulnerability and illness within the genre of miniature painting. The painting's diminutive size suggests it was likely intended for private viewing and perhaps functioned as a memento mori, reflecting the fleeting nature of life.