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Portret de femeie

Mihail Dan

1850

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Classical Antiquity Portrait

Dominant colour

Portret de femeie is a 1850 by Mihail Dan, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?: Mihail Dan
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting shows a woman with short, curly red hair and a serious expression. She’s wearing a white collar with a plaid shirt in earthy tones of brown, blue, and green. Her hands rest on her lap, and the background is dark and plain, keeping all focus on her face. The brushstrokes are loose, especially on her clothing, giving it a textured look. Her skin and hair are painted with smoother strokes, making them stand out. This style of lighting and shadow is called *chiaroscuro*.