Half-Length Figure of a Woman
1700
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1700
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
This painting depicts a woman from the waist up, her head tilted to the left. Her hair is styled in loose, curly locks that frame her face. She wears a white, low-cut dress with a dark shawl draped over her left shoulder. The woman's expression is serene, with her eyes cast downward. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to accentuate the subject's features. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Michele Rocca.