Portrait of a Woman by Unknown Artist. A 19th-century American oil portrait of a woman with dark hair in a high bun, wearing a lavender-grey gown with white lace sleeves and gold jewelry.

Portrait of a Woman

Unknown Artist

1835 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An elegant 19th-century American portrait of a woman in a classical pose against a deep, moody background.

$238

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with softened cool notes — holds a composed wall with restraint.

Often works in
Library · Living Room · Study
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray

About the piece

This 1835 American portrait captures the stoic elegance of the mid-19th century. The subject is depicted with refined poise against an atmospheric dark ground, wearing a lavender gown accented by voluminous lace sleeves and fine gold jewelry, showcasing the characteristic folk-portraiture style of the era.