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Lady-in-waiting at Queen Anne's court, c1712-1714. Creator: Michael Dahl
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Lady-in-waiting at Queen Anne's court, c1712-1714. Creator: Michael Dahl
Lady-in-waiting at Queen Anne's court, c1712-1714
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1710s Anne Of Denmark Anne Queen Of Great Britain And Ireland Courtier Cuff Cuffs Dahl Michael Denmark Anne Of Gavleborg Gavleborg County Museum Lady In Waiting Michael Dahl Open Book Queen Anne Baroque Era Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Young Woman
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This 18th-century oil painting, created by renowned Swedish artist Michael Dahl between 1712 and 1714, depicts a young and elegant lady-in-waiting at the court of Queen Anne of Denmark and Great Britain and Ireland. The lady, dressed in the height of Baroque fashion, dons an extravagant golden gown adorned with intricate lace and cuffs, accessorized with a matching hat and a large, open book. Her direct gaze and slight smile suggest a confident and intelligent woman, engrossed in her reading. The richly decorated interior, with its red damask wallpaper and luxurious fabrics, further emphasizes the opulence and grandeur of the Queen's court. Michael Dahl, also known as Mikael Dahl, was a prominent Swedish painter who spent a significant portion of his career in England. His portraits of the aristocracy and members of the royal family are renowned for their meticulous attention to detail and lifelike depiction of his subjects. This painting, now housed in the Gävleborg County Museum in Sweden, is a testament to Dahl's artistic skill and the fashion trends of the early 18th century. The lady's apparel, with its vibrant colors and intricate patterns, reflects the ornate and elaborate clothing styles of the Baroque era. The painting invites us to ponder the life of this young woman, her role at the court, and her love for literature, as she sits comfortably indoors, lost in the pages of her book.
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