Artwork
Portrait of Celestina Berdardelli
Portrait of Celestina Berdardelli is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Felix Bernardelli. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Pinacoteca de São Paulo.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of Celestina Berdardelli is a 1897 oil painting by Félix Bernardelli, a Brazilian-born artist active in Mexico. It is part of the Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a woman from the shoulders up, with a serious expression and dark attire. Her hair is pulled back, and she gazes directly at the viewer. The somber tone of the painting is balanced by a warm, earthy background.
Technique & Style
Bernardelli employed a realist approach, characteristic of his work during the post-impressionist period. The use of chiaroscuro creates depth and draws attention to the subject's face, showcasing the artist's skill and attention to detail.
Artist & collection
Artist
Atiliano Félix Bernardelli Thierry (1866, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil – 1908, Guadalajara, Mexico) was a Brazilian Mexican painter and musician.
