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A Girl from Holstein

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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A Girl from Holstein is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This is a black-and-white photo of a young woman. She’s wearing a white cap and a dark dress with a lace collar. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a calm, direct look. The photo’s grainy texture makes her skin and clothes look slightly rough. The lighting is simple, focusing on her face against a plain background. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and shadow.