Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Lady, possibly Edward Hyde
Unknown Artist
An intriguing 18th-century portrait featuring a bold blue silk dress and delicate floral accents.
Portrait of a Lady
Joseph Highmore
1734 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A stunning 18th-century portrait featuring a lady in a rich blue gown, captured with the elegant precision of the early Georgian era.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Frame size
Frame color
Mount
Paper type
Glaze
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in black and softened neutral tones — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft white, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1734 by Joseph Highmore, this oil portrait depicts a lady in a striking deep blue dress accented by delicate white lace and a prominent bow. Highmore's mastery is evident in the luminous treatment of the skin and the tactile quality of the velvet fabric. This piece embodies the refined elegance of early 18th-century English portraiture, making it a sophisticated addition to traditional interiors.
More like this
