Portrait Of A Lady With Front Curls And Diadem, Circa 1820

Portrait of a Lady with Front Curls and Diadem, circa 1820

Period: Circa 1820
Technique: Hand-painted gouache on rigid support

This elegant miniature portrays a woman with a refined hairstyle, adorned with a golden diadem and delicate front curls framing her face. She is dressed in a dark gown with exposed shoulders and puffed sleeves, typical of the romantic fashion of the early 19th century. A three-strand pearl necklace adds an extra touch of grace and sophistication to the composition.

Period metal frame. The glass is original and antique. The back is covered with restored fabric, showing signs of wear.

Dimensions:
    •    Height: 6.3 cm
    •    Width: 5.5 cm

Condition:
The painting is well-preserved and remains perfectly legible. The fabric on the back may benefit from replacement or further restoration.

This intimate portrait finely illustrates the feminine elegance and meticulous attention to detail characteristic of early 19th-century miniatures. Elaborate hairstyles with diadems and curls emphasized the refined taste and social standing of the women of the period.