The artwork “Portrait of Elizabeth Deering Wentworth Gould Rogers (also known as Mr. Nathaniel Rogers)” by John Singleton Copley, created around 1765, is an exquisite example of Neoclassicism. Measuring 76.04 x 63.02 cm, this portrait belongs to the genre of portraiture and is housed at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, GA, US.
The portrait features a woman, Elizabeth Deering Wentworth Gould Rogers, rendered in a delicate and composed manner. She is shown with a calm and slightly aloof expression, her gaze directed towards the right. The artist has skillfully captured the texture and sheen of her luxurious garments, which include a lace choker, pearl accessories, and a sheer, embroidered shawl draped gracefully around her shoulders. Her smooth, fair complexion and the soft shadows play a significant role in highlighting her facial features, while the dark background focuses the viewer’s attention on the subject. This artwork exemplifies the refined and elegant style typical of Copley’s portraiture during the Neoclassical period.
