Dameportræt. Frøken Schmiegelow
1905
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1905
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting features a woman sitting in a chair, facing the viewer. She is dressed in dark attire, with her hands clasped together in front of her. The woman's white hair is styled in a neat updo, and her expression is somber. The background of the painting is a muted color, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The overall effect of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the woman's story. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique next.
