An old portrait catches the person but not the story or life they had what did they do where they lived. Chunky oak frame nothing extravagant but the person must have been important to warrant such a picture. The face neutral and impassive, no smile but deep in their eyes lies the secret to who they were and the life they lead. Dark coloured paint no background to give me clues just a darkness that reflects the darkness in the persons eyes. What year was it when they lived, simple dress in dark blue, a simple necklace not a cross but a star, but it has some significance. Although it is simple the way in which it is painted draws attention to it so it was important enough to be included in the portrait. Dark oak frame no gilding, the person
