Head of a Young Woman Wearing a Hat
1773
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1773
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Head of a Young Woman Wearing a Hat is a 1773 chalk by Gilles Demarteau the Elder, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a young woman wearing a hat, her face turned slightly to the right. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she's dressed in a loose-fitting jacket or shawl. The drawing is done in black and red chalk on laid paper, with bold lines and shading that give the image depth. The woman's expression is quiet and introspective, with a hint of a smile. Her eyes are cast downward, and her eyebrows are slightly furrowed. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the Romanticism movement.
