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Portrait of a Woman

Moisbach

1819

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

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Portrait of a Woman is a 1819 by Moisbach, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Moisbach
When & what style?: 1819 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a woman with a calm face and dark, wavy hair pulled back under a loose head covering. She wears a high-necked dress with puffed sleeves and a lace trim at the wrist. The lines are soft and the shading is light, giving her a gentle look. The artist used quick, sketchy strokes—some lines are rough, while others are smooth around her eyes. The paper has a slightly worn look, like it’s been handled a lot. Check out the movement: Romanticism for more works that focus on emotion and nature.