Open full image Pin
A Young Girl Wearing a Flowered Hat, by French 18th Century, chalk, 1750

A Young Girl Wearing a Flowered Hat

French 18th Century

1750

chalk

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

A Young Girl Wearing a Flowered Hat is a 1750 chalk by French 18th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
French 18th Century
When & what style?
1750 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait features a young girl with a contemplative expression, her hands clasped together in front of her. She wears an elaborate hat adorned with flowers and a ruffled dress with puffy sleeves. The artist's use of red chalk on light beige paper creates a soft, warm atmosphere. The girl's gaze is directed slightly to the left, and her posture conveys a sense of quiet reflection. The intricate details of her hat and dress suggest a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. The artist's skillful use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the portrait. For more on this technique, explore the world of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of French 18th Century
Artist

French 18th Century

This artist worked in late 18th-century France, making portrait paintings and etched prints.

See the richer artist page

More by French 18th Century

Artifact World Gallery — 100,000 artworks Get the app