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Portretul Doamnei Grant, by Edmond Aman-Jean, unspecified, 1902

Portretul Doamnei Grant

Edmond Aman-Jean

1902

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Art of Romania

Dominant colour

Overview

Portretul Doamnei Grant is a 1902 unspecified by Edmond Aman-Jean, held at National Museum of Art of Romania.

Who painted this?
Edmond Aman-Jean
When & what style?
1902
Where can I see it?
National Museum of Art of Romania

About this work

This painting depicts a woman seated in a chair, wearing a dark blue dress with white lace trim and a pink flower on her left shoulder. She has dark hair and is adorned with jewelry, including a necklace and rings. Her right arm rests on the armrest of the chair, while her left arm is bent at the elbow, with her hand resting on her lap. The woman's face is blurred, making it difficult to discern her features. The background of the painting is a muted red color, which complements the dark tones of the woman's dress. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's attention to the woman's face and hands. To learn more about this technique, explore the work of artists who have mastered chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Artist

Edmond Aman-Jean

Edmond Aman-Jean painted portraits and scenes of quiet moments in early 1900s France.

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