
Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Woman
John Hoppner
An elegant late 18th-century portrait of a woman in a white gown, captured with the soft, romantic touch of John Hoppner.

1807 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A refined yet spirited Regency-era portrait characterized by luminous skin tones and fluid, sketch-like brushwork.
$243
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1 frame size
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Where it works
A measured, restful work with mellow gold warmth — holds a wall without competing for attention.
About the piece
Painted around 1807 by John Hoppner, this portrait of Lady Hester King captures an effortless grace through the artist's signature loose style. While the face is rendered with delicate precision and luminous warmth, the rest of the composition remains delightfully unfinished, with rapid, confident strokes suggesting the sitter's attire and a muted, atmospheric background. This balance between detail and abstraction gives the work a timeless, painterly quality that complements a variety of interior styles.
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1807 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A refined yet spirited Regency-era portrait characterized by luminous skin tones and fluid, sketch-like brushwork.
$243
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A measured, restful work with mellow gold warmth — holds a wall without competing for attention.