Woman Consulting a Book
1747
watercolor
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Giovanni Francesco Costa
Giovanni Francesco Costa (1767–1770) was an artist.
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watercolor
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Woman Consulting a Book is a 1747 watercolor by Giovanni Francesco Costa, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a woman sitting at a table, surrounded by books and papers. She is dressed in 18th-century attire, with a long skirt and a jacket. The room is decorated with ornate furniture and tapestries. The woman appears to be studying or reading, with a book open in front of her. The atmosphere is quiet and contemplative, with soft lighting and muted colors. The painting's use of watercolor and glazing techniques creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's face and the details of the room. To learn more about this style, look up the Baroque movement.
Giovanni Francesco Costa (1767–1770) was an artist.
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