Woman with Hands behind Her Back

Woman with Hands behind Her Back

Albert de Belleroche

1913

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a woman with her hands behind her back, her body turned slightly to the right. She is shown from the waist up, with her face tilted upwards and her eyes closed. The woman's body is rendered in a soft, gentle light, with subtle shading that suggests a sense of volume and depth. The woman's pose is relaxed and introspective, with her arms wrapped around her back and her hands clasped together. Her face is serene and calm, with a subtle hint of a smile playing on her lips. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation and introspection. The painting is a beautiful example of the artist's skill in capturing the subtleties of human emotion and expression. To learn more about the artist's work, check out Albert de Belleroche (British, 1864–1944).

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