Portrait of a Woman with a Copper Plate by Unknown Artist. A close-up oil portrait of a woman with an intricate hairstyle looking down at a large, embossed golden platter.

Portrait of a Woman with a Copper Plate

Unknown Artist

1700 · Medium Not Listed

An elegant 18th-century portrait of a woman admiring an ornate golden platter, rendered in warm, luminous tones.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece in a warmer tonal register — holds a composed wall with restraint.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Library
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, Deep burgundy, Rich brown

About the piece

This exquisite painting from circa 1700 captures a moment of quiet contemplation as a woman gazes upon a masterfully detailed copper or golden platter. The unknown artist employs a rich, warm palette and soft lighting to highlight the delicate features of the subject and the intricate relief work of the vessel. Originating from the European tradition, this piece embodies the refined elegance and technical mastery of Old World portraiture.