Who painted Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down?

Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down was painted by Louis-Marin Bonnet in 1773.

Where can I see Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down?

Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down?

Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down?

Museum-quality prints of Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down

Louis-Marin Bonnet , 1773

Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down is a chalk print by the Baroque artist Louis-Marin Bonnet. It dates from 1773 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: F. Boucher fecit; lower right in plate: L. Bonnet sculp. en 1767; lower center in plate: Tiré du Cabinet de Mr. de Selle Trésorier Général de la Marine / à Paris chés la Veuve Chereau rue St Jacques aux 2 Pilliers d'Or / et chés Bonnet rue St. Jacques

About this work

Overview

Bust of a Young Woman Looking Down is a 1773 print by Louis-Marin Bonnet, executed in chalk manner on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a young woman with her head turned, wearing a draped garment and a rose at her shoulder. Her calm expression suggests contemplation, achieved through subtle shading and gentle facial features.

Technique & Style

The artwork employs chiaroscuro, using contrasting light and shadow to create depth. The combination of black and red chalk on textured paper produces a soft, warm effect, with delicate pink and gray tones.