Sentimental Song
1904
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
1904
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
Sentimental Song is a 1904 oil by Bertha Worms, a Impressionism work, depicting lute, held at Pinacoteca de São Paulo.
In this painting, a woman is depicted holding a lute, gazing upwards with a contemplative expression. Her dark hair is neatly styled, and she wears a dark dress with a red shawl draped over her shoulders. The background is a warm, muted brown color. The woman's hands are positioned on the lute, with her fingers placed on the strings. The instrument itself is rendered in detail, showcasing its intricate design. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet introspection, with the woman lost in thought as she holds the lute. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of other painters who have employed this technique to create dramatic contrasts of light and shadow.
