1790
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Victoria
Elizabeth Farren as Hermione in The Winter's Tale is a 1790 oil by Johann Zoffany, held at National Gallery of Victoria.
This painting depicts a woman standing in front of a classical structure, possibly a stage or a temple. She is dressed in a flowing white gown with gold accents and a green veil draped over her head and arm. The woman's pose and attire suggest that she is a performer, possibly an actress. The classical structure behind her adds to the sense of drama and performance. The painting's use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and emotion to the scene. For more on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
Johan / Johann Joseph Zoffany (born Johannes Josephus Zaufallij; 13 March 1733 – 11 November 1810) was a German neoclassical painter who was active mainly in England, Italy, and India.
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