Q131587137
1870
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1870
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
This painting shows a young girl with short, light-brown hair, wearing a dark-colored dress. She is holding a wicker basket in front of her, with her hands resting on its edge. The background is dark and indistinct. The girl's face is turned slightly to her right, and her expression is neutral. Her eyes are cast downward, as if she is looking at something in the basket. The overall mood of the painting is quiet and contemplative. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and volume to the painting.
