Mademoiselle de Foudras
1872
oil
From the collection of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
1872
oil
From the collection of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
This painting depicts a young woman with dark hair, adorned with a floral crown, wearing a white dress with a black top underneath. The background is a muted brown color. The woman's gaze is directed downward, and her right hand rests on her left arm. The overall atmosphere of the painting is somber and introspective. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.