1872
unspecified
From the collection of Clark Art Institute
Woman in White is a 1872 unspecified by Alfred Stevens, a Impressionism work, depicting Sitting, held at Clark Art Institute.
This painting depicts a woman in a white dress, sitting on a red chair. The woman's dress is long-sleeved and has a high neckline, and she is wearing a cross necklace. Her hair is styled in loose waves, and she is looking down, her face partially obscured by shadows. The background of the painting is dark, with visible brushstrokes that suggest a sense of depth and texture. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the woman is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth, you can explore further.
Alfred Émile Léopold Stevens (11 May 1823 – 24 August 1906) was a Belgian painter, known for his paintings of elegant modern women.
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