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Principesa Elisabeta

George Peter Alexander Healy

1873

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Principesa Elisabeta is a 1873 unspecified by George Peter Alexander Healy, a Impressionism work, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?: George Peter Alexander Healy
When & what style?: 1873 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting features a woman dressed in traditional attire, with a veil covering her head and shoulders. The subject's face is turned slightly to the left, and she wears a white top adorned with red and gold embroidery. A red beaded necklace is visible around her neck. The woman's gaze is directed straight ahead, and her dark hair is styled in an updo. The background of the painting is a soft blue and white, with subtle brushstrokes that add texture to the overall piece. The level of detail in this portrait suggests a high level of skill on the part of the artist. You might also be interested in learning more about the Impressionism movement.