Portretul doamnei Ana Th. Aman
1864
unspecified
From the collection of Bucharest Municipality Museum
1864
unspecified
From the collection of Bucharest Municipality Museum
This painting shows a woman in a fancy dress, sitting and holding a bouquet of flowers. Her gown is light-colored with ruffles and puffed sleeves, and she wears a necklace with a brooch. The background is dark, making her stand out. Notice how the shadows on her face and dress create depth—this is called *chiaroscuro*. It makes the fabric look soft and the skin look real. Next, check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how artists use light and dark for drama.
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