Jenny Schmidt
1850
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1850
unspecified
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows a woman in a dark blue dress with white cuffs and a high collar. Her hair is pulled up neatly, and she wears a brooch at her neck. One hand rests on a dark chair arm, while the other holds a small bow on her sleeve. The brushstrokes are soft but visible, especially on her face and dress. The background is plain, keeping focus on her. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create depth in portraits.
