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Lady in Violet, by Pál Szinyei Merse, oil, 1874

Lady in Violet

Pál Szinyei Merse

1874

oil

canvas

From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery

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Overview

Lady in Violet is a 1874 oil by Pál Szinyei Merse, held at Hungarian National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Pál Szinyei Merse
When & what style?
1874
Where can I see it?
Hungarian National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a woman sitting in a field, wearing a long, dark purple dress with white lace trim. She has long, dark hair and is looking to her right. The background is a field with yellow flowers and trees in the distance. The woman is holding a small flower in her hand, and there is a large, yellow flower on the ground next to her. The painting has a dreamy, ethereal quality to it. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. You can explore more of Pál Szinyei Merse's work by looking up the artist.

About the artist

Portrait of Pál Szinyei Merse
Artist

Pál Szinyei Merse

Pál Szinyei Merse (1845–1920) was an artist, born in Chminianska Nová Ves.

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