Portrait of Lina Calamatta by Josephine Calamatta. A young child with brown curls and a red dress holds a white lamb against a soft blue sky.

Portrait of Lina Calamatta

Josephine Calamatta

1848 · Oil Paint

An endearing mid-19th-century portrait of a young child tenderly holding a lamb.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with softened warm notes — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Nursery
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
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Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Soft gray, Rich brown, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1848 by Josephine Calamatta, this charming oil portrait captures Lina Calamatta as a young girl. The child, with her distinctive ringlets and bold red attire, is shown in a moment of gentle affection with a lamb, set against a tranquil blue background that suggests a peaceful outdoor atmosphere.