Valul alb

Valul alb

Theodor Pallady

1921

From the collection of Colecție particulară - Elveția

About this work

This painting shows a woman with light brown hair covered by a sheer veil. She’s wearing a dark top and resting her chin on her hand, looking off to the side with a calm expression. The background is blurry, with soft greens and browns, and a hint of red in the corner. The brushstrokes are loose and slightly uneven, giving the painting a warm, textured feel. Her face is lit softly, but the edges blend into the shadows. Look up impasto to see how thick paint can create texture like this.

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