Head of a young Woman
1846
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
1846
oil
From the collection of Ashmolean Museum
This painting is a portrait of a young woman with brown hair. She is shown from the shoulders up, facing to the right. Her hair is styled in a bob with a center part, and she wears a white top. The background of the painting is a solid, off-white color. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this portrait, look up Hippolyte Flandrin.
