The artwork, titled “The Artist’s Second Wife,” is a portrait created by the artist John Jackson during the Rococo art movement. This portrait exemplifies the fashion and stylistic elements associated with its era.
The artwork depicts a woman gazing slightly to her left. She is attired in a dark garment with a high white collar, which accentuates her visage. Her face bears a serene and contemplative expression, her cheeks slightly flushed with a natural rosy hue. Her dark hair is adorned with a large black hat, adding an air of elegance and sophistication to her appearance. The background of the portrait is composed of subtle, blended tones, which serve to keep the focus on the subject of the painting. The use of light and shadow further accentuates her facial features, displaying John Jackson’s adept skill in capturing the delicate and intricate details of his subject.
