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Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?))

Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)), by Eugène Carrière, oil, 1899
Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)), by Eugène Carrière, oil, 1899

Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)) is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Eugène Carrière. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)) is an oil painting created by Eugène Carrière in 1899. It is held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman with short, curly hair wearing a light-colored dress. Her face is blurred, yet her eyes remain discernible, inviting contemplation.

Technique & Style

Soft, feathery brushstrokes characterize the rendering of the subject's hair and dress, imbuing the work with a dreamy quality. The warm, brown background complements the subtle treatment of the figure, resulting in an overall effect of understated elegance.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Eugène Carrière

Artist

Eugène Carrière

Eugène Anatole Carrière was a French Symbolist artist of the fin-de-siècle period.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?))?

Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)) was painted by Eugène Carrière in 1899.

Where can I see Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?))?

Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)) is held by Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

What movement is Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?))?

Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)) is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?))?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Woman (Madame Keyser (?)) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.