The Artist's Wife, Alma Bloch, née Trepka
1868
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1868
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This is a close-up portrait of a woman with a serious expression. She wears a dark headpiece with a star-shaped brooch, a high-necked white dress, and a shawl draped over her shoulders. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a small earring with a green stone. The painting uses soft lighting to show the folds of her clothing and the gentle curve of her face. The brushstrokes are loose, especially on the shawl, giving it a textured look. This style is part of Realism.
