Lady with Shawl
1894
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1894
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white portrait shows a woman standing against a dark background. She’s wrapped in a long, flowing shawl that drapes over her shoulders and arms, with a simple dark dress underneath. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a calm, direct gaze. The artist used sharp contrasts between light and dark to make the shawl stand out. This style highlights the texture of the fabric and gives the portrait a dramatic feel. Check out chiaroscuro to learn about this lighting technique.
