Fru Hilda Schönthal (1824-1892), förstudie till "Under kastanjen"
1896
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1896
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This painting shows a woman's face and upper body. She has dark hair pulled back and is wearing a black dress with a high collar. The background is a dark brown color. The woman's expression is serious, and her eyes seem to be looking straight at the viewer. Her skin is painted in a realistic way, with subtle shading and texture. The overall effect is one of quiet dignity and introspection. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up Eva Bonnier.
