Keywords: French School, Pastel Portrait, Girl With Mask, Black Mask, Laurel Wreath, Neoclassical Style, Circa 1800, Works On Paper, Masked Ball, Decorative Portrait, Antique Portrait, Fine Art

Summary:
French School pastel portrait painting circa 1800, depicting a young woman removing her black mask. This is a very well executed work that captures the subject's personality and the moment with secrets unveiled and shared. Unfortunately the work is not signed and the artist remains a mystery 200 years later

Measurement: Art: 17 x 12 1/2 in. (43.2 x 31.8 cm.), Frame: 24 x 19 1/2 in. (61 x 49.5 cm.) approx

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