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Head of an African

Unknown

1650

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Head of an African is a 1650 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This portrait painting features a woman with dark skin, her hair styled in a short, curly bob. She wears a white dress with a high neckline and a pink shawl draped over her shoulders, adorned with a pearl earring and a pearl necklace. The background is a muted blue, with a subtle hint of a landscape visible behind her. The painting's style is characterized by a focus on the subject's facial features, with a soft, gentle quality to the brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to engage with the subject on a deeper level. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the work of 31140_person.