A Lady Seen from Behind
1705
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1705
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
A Lady Seen from Behind is a 1705 oil by Luca Carlevarijs, a Rococo painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a woman from behind, dressed in a lavish red and black dress with a white headpiece. Her dark hair is covered, and she faces away from the viewer. The background is a warm, earthy tone. A notable detail is the intricate folds of her dress, which are rendered in rich, dark colors. The overall effect is one of opulence and refinement. To learn more about the techniques used to create this painting, explore the art of glazing.
Luca Carlevarijs or Carlevaris (20 January 1663 – 12 February 1730) was an Italian painter and engraver working mainly in Venice.
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