Portrait of a Woman
1878
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1878
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This portrait presents a woman in a dark, ruffled dress, set against a dark background. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she wears gold earrings. The artist's signature, "J. Henner," is visible in the lower left corner. The woman's expression is neutral, and her gaze is directed straight ahead. The dark colors of her dress and the background create a somber mood. To learn more about the artist who created this piece, explore the works of Jean-Jacques Henner.