1870
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
Portrait of a Young Lady is a 1870 unspecified by Aleksander Kotsis, held at National Museum in Kraków.
The painting depicts a young lady with dark hair, adorned with a pink headband and a black beaded necklace. She wears a white dress with black lace details on the shoulders and sleeves. The background is a muted brown color. A notable detail is the way the artist has used light and shadow to create depth in the subject's face and clothing. The contrast between the light and dark areas adds dimension to the portrait. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.
Aleksander Kotsis (30 May 1836 – 7 August 1877) was a Polish painter. He created landscapes, portraits, and genre scenes in a combination Romantic and Realistic style. Most of his paintings are small. He was born and died in Kraków.
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