Sketch of a Young Girl by Joseph Highmore. A close-up oil portrait of a young girl with large dark eyes, wearing a white lace cap with pink ribbons.

Sketch of a Young Girl

Joseph Highmore

1735 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An intimate and charming 18th-century oil sketch capturing the youthful innocence and steady gaze of a young girl.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece in a warmer tonal register — asks little of the space around it.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Study
Placement
Works well as a centered vertical note
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft sage

About the piece

Painted around 1735 by British artist Joseph Highmore, this oil study showcases a masterly handling of light and texture. The girl's direct expression is complemented by the delicate details of her lace cap and the vibrant blue of her dress, set against a warm, atmospheric background.