The Coiffure
1898
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
1898
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
In this painting, a woman is shown sitting in front of a mirror, with another woman standing behind her, brushing her hair. The scene is set in a room with a pink wall and a yellow-framed painting hanging on it. The woman sitting down wears a white dress, while the woman standing behind her is dressed in a blue shirt and a dark skirt. The painting is done in oil paint and features a soft, gentle color palette. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. This painting is a beautiful example of the work of Berthe Morisot, a French artist known for her portraits and domestic scenes. To learn more about her style and technique, look up Berthe Morisot.