A Lady Holding a Fan
1705
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1705
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a woman in a long, white dress with green trim, holding a fan. She is facing away from the viewer, with her head turned slightly to the right. The background is a solid brown color. The woman's dress is detailed with folds and creases, and the fan she holds is partially visible behind her. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she wears a white head covering. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. To learn more about this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
