Artwork

Mrs Siddons as Constance in King John

Mrs Siddons as Constance in King John, by Unknown, watercolor, 1700
Mrs Siddons as Constance in King John, by Unknown, watercolor, 1700

Mrs Siddons as Constance in King John is a watercolor painting by Unknown. It dates from 1700 and is held in the collection of the National Library of Wales.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Mrs Siddons as Constance in King John' is a watercolor portrait.

Subject & Meaning

It depicts a woman, likely the actress Sarah Siddons, dressed in a green gown and white headscarf, adorned with a pearl necklace, gazing directly at the viewer with a serious expression.

Technique & Style

The artist employed watercolor paint to create the portrait, emphasizing the subject's face against a dark background.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

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