Portrait of Zofia Potocka née Branicka
1843
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1843
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting portrays a woman in a lavish outfit, adorned with a black hat featuring white feathers and a pearl. Her attire consists of a white ruffled collar, a green dress, and a white and brown jacket. The background of the painting is a warm brown color. The woman's gaze is directed slightly to the left, and her expression appears somewhat serious. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. The level of detail in the woman's clothing and accessories suggests that the artist was meticulous in their work. To learn more about the artist's technique, you can explore the concept of glazing.
