Head of a woman looking down to the right

About this work

The painting depicts a woman's head, gazing downward to the right. Her hair is styled in an updo, adorned with a small, round object and a thin, red ribbon woven through it. A delicate, sheer cloth drapes over her head and shoulders, adding a touch of elegance to the portrait. The woman's attire is not fully visible, but her upper body is clad in a dark, richly patterned garment. The background of the painting is a deep, dark color, which serves to accentuate the subject's features. This portrait is a fine example of the artistic style of the time, and it can be seen in more detail at the National Museum in Warsaw.