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Head of a Saint, by Unknown, oil, 1800

Head of a Saint

Unknown

1800

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland

Dominant colour

Overview

Head of a Saint is a 1800 oil by Unknown, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1800
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This painting shows a person's head and shoulders, looking upwards. They have light skin and brown hair, and are wearing a brown robe. The background is a dark brown color. The person's face is painted in a realistic style, with a serious expression. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the painting.

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