Head of a girl
1895
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
1895
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw
This painting is a portrait of a girl, rendered in oil paint. The subject is depicted from the shoulders up, wearing a dark jacket and a red hat. Her face is turned slightly to the left, and her expression is neutral. The background of the painting is dark and indistinct, which helps to focus attention on the subject's face. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about this style of portrait painting, you might want to look into the technique of chiaroscuro.
