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About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting with her hands folded in her lap. She’s wearing a loose, colorful dress with red and blue patterns, and a sheer veil covers her head. The background is blurry greens and yellows, like a garden or field. The brushstrokes are thick, especially on her dress, giving it a textured look. This technique is called *impasto*—where paint is laid on thick so you can almost see the strokes. Check out more about impasto next.