Q27950807
1900
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
1900
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
Q27950807 is a 1900 oil by Carolus-Duran, a Impressionism work, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
The painting depicts a woman in a long, dark dress with a pink underskirt, standing in front of a red backdrop. She is holding onto a chair with her right hand and has her left hand by her side. The woman's dark hair is styled in an updo, and she is wearing a necklace. The woman's dress is formal, with a high neckline and long sleeves. The pink underskirt is visible through a slit in the front of the dress. The chair she is holding onto is ornate, with carved details. The painting is done in oil paint, with visible brushstrokes and texture. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you can explore more of Carolus-Duran's work.
