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Young Woman Kneeling and Reaching Forward [verso]

Charles de La Fosse

1698

chalk

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Young Woman Kneeling and Reaching Forward [verso] is a 1698 chalk by Charles de La Fosse, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Charles de La Fosse
When & what style?: 1698 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting features a young woman in a kneeling position, leaning forward with her arms outstretched. Her face is obscured, and her body is depicted in a dynamic pose, with her right leg bent behind her and her left leg extended in front. The woman's attire consists of a flowing dress with puffed sleeves, and her hair is tied back in a loose bun. The artist's use of red, black, and white chalk creates a sense of depth and texture, with the woman's clothing and hair rendered in intricate detail. The background of the painting is a warm, beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the woman's figure. This painting is an example of the Baroque movement, characterized by its dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, explore the works of other Baroque artists.