Q27950537
1866
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
1866
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
This painting depicts a woman seated in a chair, wearing a dress that exposes her right shoulder. Her dark hair is styled in an updo, and she rests her right hand on her cheek. The background is a dark, muted color. The woman's expression is contemplative, and her posture conveys a sense of relaxation. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The artist, Alexandre Cabanel, was a French painter known for his portraits and historical scenes.
