Head of a woman with eyes looking up
1590
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1590
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting shows a woman's head, turned slightly to her right. She looks upwards, her eyes cast upwards. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears a dark dress with a high neckline. The woman's face is serene, with a gentle expression. Her features are finely rendered, with delicate lines and subtle shading. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about this style of portraiture, you might want to look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
