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Elisabeth Zahrtmann, kunstnerens søster, læsende, by Unknown, 1866

Elisabeth Zahrtmann, kunstnerens søster, læsende

Unknown

1866

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Elisabeth Zahrtmann, kunstnerens søster, læsende is a 1866 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, depicting Reading, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1866 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This portrait depicts a woman with her hair pulled back, wearing a dark-colored dress with a high neckline. She is intently reading a book, which rests on a surface in front of her. The background is a deep, rich red, with a subtle sheen that suggests the use of oil paints. The woman's face is illuminated by a soft, gentle light that casts a warm glow on her features. Her eyes are cast downward, focused on the pages of the book, and her expression is one of quiet contemplation. The overall effect is one of serenity and introspection. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of light and shadow, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

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