Artwork

Elisabeth (Lisa) de la Calmette, f. baronesse Iselin, Antoine de la Calmettes hustru

Elisabeth (Lisa) de la Calmette, f. baronesse Iselin, Antoine de la Calmettes hustru is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jens Juel. It dates from 1791 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

This 1791 oil-on-canvas portrait by Jens Juel depicts Elisabeth de la Calmette, a Danish noblewoman. The work is characteristic of Juel's refined and detailed style, typical of 18th-century portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter, Elisabeth de la Calmette, is shown with a gentle smile and relaxed demeanor, conveying a sense of serenity. Her simple yet elegant attire, including a white dress and draped shawl, reflects the understated fashion of the time.

Technique & Style

Juel's use of smooth brushstrokes and chiaroscuro creates a three-dimensional effect, drawing attention to the subject's features and attire. The round frame, common for portraits of this era, adds to the work's classicizing feel.

History & Provenance

The portrait is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst, joining other works by Juel, including those at Frederiksborg Castle.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jens Juel

Jens Juel (12 May 1745 – 27 December 1802) was a Danish painter, primarily known for his many portraits, of which the largest collection is on display at Frederiksborg Castle.