Who painted Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery?

Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery was painted by Otto Greiner in 1895.

Where can I see Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery?

Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery?

Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery is associated with Impressionism.

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Museum-quality prints of Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery

Otto Greiner , 1895

Elegant Young Woman in Classical Drapery is a chalk drawing by the Impressionist artist Otto Greiner. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in chalk: M 432; by Louis Meder, lower left verso in graphite: Diese herrliche Zeichnung von Otto Greiner / stammt aus dem Besitz eines ihm befreundeten Künstlers. für ihre Echtheit bürgen wir / Berlin 1 Aug. 1918 / Amsler & Ruthardt

About this work

Overview

This drawing, created around 1895, is the work of Otto Greiner. It is executed in black chalk, with highlights in white and gold, on green paper.

Technique & Style

The medium used is black chalk heightened with white and gold on green paper, a combination that suggests a focus on tonal contrast and subtle color nuance.