Daughter by Unknown Artist. A portrait of a young girl with braided hair wearing a vibrant blue dress and a gold bead necklace, set against a dark grey background with red swags.

Daughter

Unknown Artist

1845 · Medium Not Listed

An enchanting 19th-century folk art portrait of a young girl in a striking blue dress.

$244

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with softened cool notes — asks little of the space around it.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Study
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Blue, Warm beige

About the piece

This charming American folk art portrait, dating to approximately 1845, depicts a young girl with meticulous primitive detail. Her bright blue dress, amber-colored necklace, and carefully braided hair are set against a dramatic backdrop of red and yellow draped curtains, capturing the character of mid-19th-century domestic life.