The Painter Agnes Paulsen, the Artist's Sister
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This black-and-white image shows a woman standing sideways, wearing a long, flowing dress with a high collar. Her hair is pulled back, and she’s holding her hands together in front of her. The background is dark and blurry, making her stand out. The brushstrokes are thick and rough, giving the painting a textured, almost sketchy look. This style is called *impasto*—where paint is laid on thickly so you can almost feel the strokes. Look up impasto to see more examples of this bold technique.
