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Woman in a Grey Shawl, by Unknown, oil, 1830

Woman in a Grey Shawl

Unknown

1830

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

Woman in a Grey Shawl is a 1830 oil by Unknown, a Biedermeier work, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1830 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

The painting features a woman with dark hair and bangs, wearing a grey shawl and large gold earrings. Her gaze is directed to the left of the canvas. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal or elegant setting, possibly from the 19th century. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the portrait. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, explore the works of Francisco Goya.

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