Appolone Smith, f. Lottrup, amtsprovst Troels Smiths anden hustru

1816

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Appolone Smith, f. Lottrup, amtsprovst Troels Smiths anden hustru is a 1816 by Unknown, a Romanticism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1816 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white portrait shows a woman with curly hair and a soft smile. She wears a high-necked dress with ruffles at the collar and a simple necklace. The background is plain, keeping all focus on her face and shoulders. The photo looks old, with a faded, slightly grainy texture. The lighting is gentle, highlighting her features without harsh shadows. Next, check out *chiaroscuro* to see how light and dark create drama in portraits.