Bildnis Hermine Krebs
1871
From the collection of City Museums Freiburg
1871
From the collection of City Museums Freiburg
This is a portrait of a woman in a blue dress with white trim. Her hair is pulled back neatly, and she’s looking straight ahead with a calm expression. The background is plain and dark, so all the focus stays on her. The frame is ornate with gold details, like swirls and leaves, around the edges. The artist used soft shading to make her face and dress look smooth. Notice how the blue stands out against the dark background—it’s the only bright color here. If you like this style, check out Dürr, Wilhelm for more work like this.
