Portrait of Maria Sawiczewska, artist’s sister
1862
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1862
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting is a portrait of a young woman. She is shown from the side, with her face turned slightly towards the viewer. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she wears a dark dress with a white collar. The woman's features are delicate, and her expression is calm. The background of the painting is a muted color, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look up chiaroscuro.
