1849
oil
canvas
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
Margaret Seton (1805-1870), född i Skottland, verksam i Sverige, g.m. friherre överste Carl Gustaf Adlercreutz, sondotter till Alexander Baron Seton is a 1849 oil by Carl Stefan Bennet, held at Nationalmuseum.
This painting is a portrait of a woman. She has dark hair, which is styled in curls and adorned with red ribbons. Her attire consists of a black jacket with a white collar and a black ribbon around her neck, featuring a large brooch. The background of the painting is a muted gray tone. The woman's gaze is directed straight ahead, and her expression appears serious. Her posture suggests a sense of confidence and poise. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a sense of elegance and refinement. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a striking contrast between light and dark, adding depth and dimension to the portrait. To learn more about this technique, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.
Carl Stefan Bennet (1800–1878) was an artist, born in Lyngby parish.
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