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Retrato de señora, by Friedrich August von Kaulbach, unspecified, 1895

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Retrato de señora is a 1895 unspecified by Friedrich August von Kaulbach, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.

Who painted this?
Friedrich August von Kaulbach
When & what style?
1895
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina

About this work

This portrait painting depicts a woman standing in front of a plain background. She is wearing a dark dress with a high neckline and long sleeves, and her hands are clasped together in front of her. A pendant hangs from a chain around her neck, and she has a ring on her left hand. The woman's hair is pulled back, and she looks directly at the viewer with a neutral expression. Her attire and hairstyle suggest a formal or elegant setting, but the plain background does not provide any additional context. The painting's focus on the woman's face and hands creates a sense of intimacy, drawing the viewer's attention to her features and expression. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Friedrich August von Kaulbach.

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Artist

Friedrich August von Kaulbach

Friedrich August von Kaulbach (2 June 1850 – 26 July 1920) was a German portraitist and historical painter.

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