The Artist's Wife Esther, née Winther
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
The Artist's Wife Esther, née Winther is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman looking straight ahead. She has soft, wavy hair pulled back, with a small flower pinned near her temple. Her dress is simple but neatly styled, with a high collar and smooth fabric. The lighting is dramatic, with dark shadows around her face and shoulders, making her skin and the flower stand out. This kind of lighting is called *chiaroscuro*—it’s all about strong contrasts between light and dark. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro to see more examples.
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