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Skuespilleren Anna Nielsen

Unknown

1835

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Skuespilleren Anna Nielsen is a 1835 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1835
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a woman dressed in a dark blue off-the-shoulder gown with a brown sash. Her hair is styled in an updo with curls framing her face, and she wears simple gold earrings. One hand rests on a red chair, while the other holds a folded cloth or fan. The lighting is soft, focusing on her face and hands, which stand out against the dark background. The brushwork looks loose, especially on her sleeves and the chair. If you like this style, check out chiaroscuro for more on how lighting shapes portraits.