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Bildnis Marie Meyer-Bindschedler

Emma Bindschaedler

oil

canvas

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

Portrait

Dominant colour

Bildnis Marie Meyer-Bindschedler is an oil by Emma Bindschaedler, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?: Emma Bindschaedler
Where can I see it?: Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

This portrait features a woman sitting in a chair, dressed in a dark green dress with a white lace collar and cuffs. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she holds a piece of paper in her lap. The background is dark, with hints of wood paneling and a plant visible to the right. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, and the dark background draws attention to her face and hands. The overall mood is somber, with the subject's expression neutral. The use of chiaroscuro creates depth and dimension in the painting, with the woman's face and hands illuminated against the dark background. For more information on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.